UPSC Attempts for Civil Services?

UPSC next attempt

The Union government’s law officer orally informed the Supreme Court on Friday that the Centre was “not agreeable” to giving Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) aspirants, whose preparations for the October 4 prelims were severely restricted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a second crack at the exams for the elite civil services.

UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (UPSC)

Article 315 to 323 of the Indian constitution provides for a permanent central recruiting agency to central government services called the UPSC. The commission shall consist of a chairman and 10 other members appointed by the President of India, their number, service and terms of conditions are to be determined by President of India.

The members of UPSC are provided with security of tenure and can be removed only as per conditions provided in the Constitution.

Functions of UPSC

Recruitment to Central Services: UPSC recruits young men and women by conducting All India examinations and selecting meritorious students to services of Union
Disciplinary matters: Monitor disciplinary matter to those serving the states or Union in a civil capacity, petitions or memorials relating to such matter
Advice to the president: UPSC can advise the president on any matter relating to recruitment to civil services or posts
Assist States: In case of a request from 2 or more states, UPSC shall perform the duty of assisting them in developing joint recruitment from service

Powers of UPSC

Matters related to the appointment of the civil services of the government
Evaluation of standards and efficiencies of the candidate for appointment, promotion or transfer in all civil posts
Affairs associated with demand and benefits of employees
Punishing employees due to violation of discipline

Source: TH

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