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State Public Service Commission (SPSC)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

A constitutional body in each state (Articles 315–323), analogous to UPSC at the central level. It conducts recruitment for state services such as administrative, police, and forest officers, and advises on promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions. The Governor appoints SPSC chairpersons and members. They enjoy security of tenure, removable only by the President. SPSCs follow a transparent selection methodology, ensuring professional competence in state bureaucracies. They coordinate with UPSC for joint recruitment or case references. Challenges include occasional resource constraints and external influences. Nonetheless, SPSCs remain a cornerstone for building robust state-level governance through merit-based appointments.

Practice Questions

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Who was the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

विधेयक प्रस्तुत करने का अधिकार संसद के किस सदन के सदस्यों को है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?

Who among the following is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

संघीय परिषद का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

केंद्रीय मंत्री की संख्या किस पर निर्भर करती है?

मौलिक अधिकारों के लिए न्यायिक संरक्षण किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से मिलता है?

Who has the authority to dissolve the Rajya Sabha?

संविधान सभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से हुआ था?