PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2023
Answer
Governor
Explanation
According to Article 316 of the Indian Constitution, the Chairman and other members of a State Public Service Commission (SPSC) are appointed by the Governor of the respective state. However, a crucial constitutional caveat is that while the Governor appoints them, they can only be removed from their office by the President of India.
Key Points
- > Appointing Authority: Governor of the State.
- > Removal Authority: President of India.
- > Constitutional provisions: Part XIV, Articles 315 to 323.
- > Tenure: 6 years or until the age of 62, whichever is earlier.
- > The Chairman of UPSC is appointed by the President.
- > Retirement age for UPSC members is 65 years.
- > Removal happens only on grounds of misbehavior after a Supreme Court inquiry.
Additional Information
Public Service Commissions
| Commission | Appointed By | Removed By | Retirement Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC | President | President | 65 Years |
| SPSC | Governor | President | 62 Years |
| Joint PSC | President | President | 62 Years |
Memory Tips
- The Trap: SPSC Chairman is hired locally (Governor) but fired centrally (President). Don't confuse the two powers.