Question

Who is the Chairman of the UPSC?
1. Vinay Mittal
2. Archana Nigam
3. David Syiemlieh
4. Alka Sirohi

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : David Syiemlieh

The correct answer is David Syiemlieh.

• David Syiemlieh is the Chairman of the UPSC.
• The current UPSC chairman is Pradeep Kumar Joshi. (Nov 2020)

 

• UPSC (union public service commission)
• • It was formed on 1st October 1926.
  • Headquarters is in Dholpur House, New Delhi.
  • The recommendation of the Lee commission leads to the formation of the union public service commission.
  • Union Public Service Commissions is responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the union.
  • Union public service commission is the watchdog of the merit system in India.
  • Article 315 to 323 of the Indian constitution deals with the public service commission.
  • The commission consists of 9 to 11 members panel including the chairman.
  • The chairman and other members of UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
  • The chairman and members of the UPSC hold the office for the term of six years or until attains the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier.
  • Sir Ross Barker was the first chairman of the union public service commission.
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