The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
It is an independent constitutional body. Articles 315 to 323 in Part XIV of the Constitution contain elaborate provisions regarding the composition, appointment, and removal of members along with the independence, powers, and functions of the UPSC.
Composition
UPSC consists of a chairman and other members appointed by the
president of India. The Constitution, without specifying the strength of the
Commission has left the matter to the discretion of the president, who
determines its composition. Usually, the Commission consists of nine to
eleven members including the chairman.
in Short😊
(1 Chairman + other ) (other=9 to 11 members)
Term
Six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier
in Short 😉 (UPSC=6/65 years) , (SPSC=6/62 years)
Articles related to UPSC
Article | No. Subject-matter |
315 | Public Service Commissions for the Union and for the states |
316 | Appointment and term of office of members |
317 | Removal and suspension of a member of a Public Service Commission |
318 | Power to make regulations as to conditions of service of members and staff of the Commission |
319 | Prohibition as to the holding of office by members of commission on ceasing to be such members |
320 | Functions of Public Service Commissions |
321 | Power to extend functions of Public Service Commissions |
322 | Expenses of Public Service Commissions |
323 | Reports of Public Service Commissions |