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29 August 2026

KPSC recruitment row

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

1 min read Day 7 of 8 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Allegations of large-scale manipulation in the recruitment process for Assistant Executive Engineers (Grade-I) conducted by the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC).
  • Concerns raised regarding the accountability of officials involved in examination administration during periods of alleged irregularities.
  • The role of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in investigating financial or administrative irregularities within state-level recruitment bodies.
  • Issues regarding the oversight and administrative responsibility of state departments over the conduct of public service commissions.

Part of a longer story

This is day 7 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. Examine the constitutional role and functional autonomy of State Public Service Commissions (SPSCs) in ensuring merit-based recruitment. What institutional safeguards are necessary to maintain the integrity of these bodies against administrative interference? 150 words
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  2. The credibility of public recruitment processes is foundational to the efficiency of the Indian administrative system. Discuss the challenges faced by recruitment agencies in maintaining transparency and the role of independent oversight mechanisms in preventing systemic corruption. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Under the Constitution of India, which of the following provisions relates to the appointment and term of office of members of a State Public Service Commission?

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