Question

This constitutional body recruits candidates to All India Services, and its Chairman and members are appointed by the President of India. Identify the body and discuss its composition and advisory functions.

Answer 1

Instructions: Identify the constitutional body based on any clues provided and discuss its composition and advisory functions.

Solution:

Identification of the Body

• The body being referred to is the Union Public Service Commission, which is the central recruiting agency for All India Services.

Composition of the UPSC

• It is headed by a Chairman and typically consists of 9 to 11 other members, appointed by the President of India.
• The members are appointed for a term of 6 years or up to the age of 65 years.

Advisory Functions of the UPSC

• UPSC can advise the President and the Governors on the following matters:
• All aspects related to the appointment of civil service officers.
• Standard and efficiency of candidates for appointment, promotion, or transfer.
• Concerns related to the discipline and punctuality of officers.
• Concerns about the demands and grievances of personnel injured while working for the All India Services.
• Punishment of employees for negligence and violation of discipline.
• All matters related to the interests of government employees working for the Central Government.