Which of the following part of the Indian Constitution refers to the Union Public Service Commission?

Appeared in: DSSSB 6 September 2024

Explanation

Part XIV of the Indian Constitution.
This part is titled 'Services under the Union and the States' and provides the constitutional basis for public services in India.
Specifically, Chapter II of Part XIV, which includes Articles 315 to 323, deals with the establishment, composition, functions, and powers of the Public Service Commissions for the Union (UPSC) and the States (SPSCs).

Option A: Part XII of the Constitution is incorrect as it pertains to matters of finance, property, contracts, and suits.
Option C: Part X of the Constitution is incorrect. It contains provisions related to the administration of Scheduled and Tribal Areas.
Option D: Part IX of the Constitution is incorrect. It was added by the 73rd Amendment Act and deals with the Panchayats (local self-government in rural areas).

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Provisions for the Union Public Service Commission in the Indian Constitution as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This is a general knowledge question, not a clinical one. However, for nursing professionals aspiring to work in government healthcare sectors, understanding the structure of the Indian government, including key bodies like the UPSC, is important.
Knowledge of the Constitution helps in understanding the legal and administrative framework within which public health services operate.
What if the question asked about Fundamental Duties? The answer would then be Part IV-A (Article 51A), which outlines the duties of every citizen.

How to Approach the Question

This is a factual recall question based on the structure of the Indian Constitution.
First, identify the key term in the question: 'Union Public Service Commission' (UPSC).
Next, recall or deduce which Part of the Constitution deals with 'Services under the Union and the States', as the UPSC is the primary body for this.
Evaluate each option:
Part XII relates to Finance.
Part X relates to Scheduled/Tribal Areas.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Provisions for the Union Public Service Commission in the Indian Constitution
Stem keywords: Indian Constitution, Union Public Service Commission, UPSC, Part
Lead-in keywords: Which of the following

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