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24 July 2026

KPSC recruitment corruption allegations

The topic highlights systemic issues regarding the integrity, transparency, and constitutional functioning of State Public Service Commissions, which are core themes in GS2 and GS4 governance and ethics modules.

1 min read Day 3 of 8 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) is currently facing allegations of nepotism and malpractice in its recruitment processes.
  • The KPSC chairman has been suspended by the Governor following these allegations.
  • Aspirants for the Veterinary Officer recruitment exam have filed a formal police complaint alleging large-scale irregularities.
  • Specific allegations include the preferential treatment of relatives of KPSC officials and the selection of candidates with poor academic records who achieved disproportionately high scores in recruitment exams.

Part of a longer story

This is day 3 of 8 in Suspension of KPSC Chairperson, which has been running since 14 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. The integrity of State Public Service Commissions is vital for maintaining the merit-based recruitment system in India. Discuss the institutional mechanisms available to ensure transparency and accountability in the functioning of these constitutional bodies. 150 words
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  2. Constitutional bodies like the Public Service Commissions are tasked with upholding the principle of meritocracy in civil services. Critically analyze the challenges faced by these commissions in maintaining public trust and suggest reforms to insulate the recruitment process from external influence and internal malpractice. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following constitutional provisions deals with the appointment and term of office of members of a State Public Service Commission?

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