OPSC OAS 2024 PrelimsPolityQuestion 18
Solved previous year question from the OPSC OAS/OCS 2024 Preliminary Examination (General Studies), with the official answer key and a detailed explanation.
Question
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?
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Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: (C) Part XIV
Answer: (C) Part XIV
- The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is mentioned in Part XIV of the Indian Constitution, which deals with "Services Under the Union and the States." Specifically, Articles 315 to 323 of Part XIV provide comprehensive provisions regarding the UPSC.
- These articles cover various aspects of the UPSC including its establishment, composition, appointment and removal of members, functions, powers, and independence. Article 315 mandates the establishment of a Public Service Commission for the Union and each State.

