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Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPSC)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Formed by an agreement among multiple states desiring a single recruitment agency for common services, with the President’s authorization. Its composition mirrors UPSC but caters to multiple states simultaneously. JSPSC eliminates duplication in recruitment, streamlining the selection process and reducing administrative costs. Members are appointed by the President after consultation with concerned Governors. This unique mechanism fosters inter-state collaboration and uniform standards in civil services. Although not widely adopted, it symbolizes cooperative federalism in managing state resources. Challenges include coordinating differing state service rules or local reservations, underscoring the complexity of joint recruitment frameworks.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is a Fundamental Duty under the Indian Constitution?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में न्यूनतम अनुभव में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा आवश्यक नहीं है?

What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President’s power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

What is the term of office for the Vice President of India?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

न्यायपालिका की नियुक्ति में पुनरीक्षण किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

न्यायिक समीक्षा किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian Constitution?