Topic Details (Notes format)

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

आपातकाल की घोषणा किस अनुच्छेद के तहत की जा सकती है?

Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress?

In India, the power to declare war and peace is vested in which of the following?

Which of the following is a power of the Rajya Sabha?

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

संघीय ढांचे का विवरण किस अनुच्छेद में मिलता है?

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

भारतीय न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता का मूल सिद्धांत क्या है?

विधान सभा सदस्यों के विवाद समाधान की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में है?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा नियंत्रित होती है?