WBCS.LIVE practice question

Who has the authority to remove the Chairman of the State Public Service Commission?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. The Governor
  2. The President
  3. The Chief Minister
  4. The State Legislature

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The President

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) The President šŸ“š Explanation: Although the Chairman and members of a State Public Service Commission (SPSC) are appointed by the Governor of the state, they can only be removed by the President of India. Removal can happen on the grounds of misbehavior after an inquiry by the Supreme Court. They can also be removed if they are adjudged insolvent or engage in paid employment outside their office.