The procedure for removal and suspension of the Chairman or any other member of a Public Service…
Article 317 governs removal and suspension of Public Service Commission members, including the Chairman. For misbehaviour, the President may order removal after a Supreme…
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The procedure for removal and suspension of the Chairman or any other member of a Public Service Commission is laid down in:
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Correct answer C
Article 317 governs removal and suspension of Public Service Commission members, including the Chairman. For misbehaviour, the President may order removal after a Supreme Court inquiry and report. Clause (3) separately allows removal on specified grounds such as insolvency. Clause (2) allows suspension pending the President's order after a reference to the Court.
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Option A
Incorrect. Article 315 provides for the establishment of Public Service Commissions for the Union and for the States.
Option B
Incorrect. Article 316 deals with the appointment and term of office of members of a Public Service Commission.
Option C
Correct. Article 317 of the Constitution of India prescribes the procedure for the removal and suspension of the Chairman or any other member of a Public Service Commission.
Option D
Incorrect. Article 318 deals with the power to make regulations as to conditions of service of members and staff of the Commission.
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