Consider the following statements regarding the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC):The UPSC is consulted on all disciplinary matters affecting civil servants under the Union or All India Services.The chairman of the UPSC is eligible for further employment under the Government of India or a state after ceasing to hold office.The expenses of the UPSC are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and are not subject to a vote in Parliament.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC):

The UPSC is consulted on all disciplinary matters affecting civil servants under the Union or All India Services.
The chairman of the UPSC is eligible for further employment under the Government of India or a state after ceasing to hold office.
The expenses of the UPSC are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and are not subject to a vote in Parliament.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1 and 3 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 2 only

DAll of the above

Answer:

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a central recruiting agency in India, established under Article 315 of the Constitution of India. It is an independent constitutional body.
It is often referred to as the 'watchdog of merit system' in India.

This statement is correct.
Article 320(3)(c) mandates that the UPSC shall be consulted on all disciplinary matters affecting a person serving under the Government of India or the Government of a State in a civil capacity, including memorials or petitions relating to such matters.
This provision ensures that disciplinary actions are fair and impartial, providing an independent review by a constitutional body.
While the government generally accepts the UPSC's advice, it is not legally binding. However, if the government deviates from the UPSC's recommendations, it must record the reasons for such deviation and present them to Parliament.

This statement is incorrect.
To uphold the independence and impartiality of the institution, the Chairman of the UPSC is barred from any further employment under the Government of India or any State Government after their term ends. This prevents potential influence or favouritism based on the prospect of future government positions.
However, a member (other than the Chairman) of the UPSC is eligible for appointment as the Chairman of the UPSC or as the Chairman of a State Public Service Commission (SPSC). They are not eligible for any other employment under the Government of India or a State Government.
Similarly, the Chairman of an SPSC is eligible for appointment as the Chairman or a member of the UPSC or as the Chairman of another SPSC, but not for any other employment.

This statement is correct.
Article 322 of the Indian Constitution states that the expenses of the UPSC, including salaries, allowances, and pensions of its members and staff, are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
Expenditures charged on the Consolidated Fund of India are non-votable in Parliament, meaning they cannot be subjected to a vote, though they can be discussed.
This provision is a crucial financial safeguard designed to ensure the independence of the UPSC by protecting it from parliamentary control over its funding.

The Chairman and members of the UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
They hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
They can be removed by the President under specific circumstances, such as misbehaviour, after an inquiry by the Supreme Court.
The functions of UPSC include conducting examinations for All-India Services, Central Services, and Public Services of Union Territories; advising on recruitment rules, promotions, transfers, and service conditions.
The President can exclude certain matters from the purview of UPSC consultation through regulations, which must be laid before Parliament.

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