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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

Which article of the Indian Constitution allows the President to declare a National Emergency?

मौलिक अधिकारों के उल्लंघन पर तत्काल न्यायिक राहत किस अनुच्छेद में दी जाती है?

राज्य के अधिकारों की सीमा किसके द्वारा निर्धारित की जाती है?

लोकसभा के सदस्यों के लिए न्यूनतम आयु क्या है?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Indian Parliament?

किस अनुच्छेद के तहत नागरिकों को वर्गीय भेदभाव से सुरक्षा मिलती है?

Who appoints the members of the Election Commission of India?

राज्यसभा की कार्यप्रणाली किस पर आधारित है?