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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC - Article 315)
Constitutional & Public Law Doctrines
Definition
The central constitutional agency mandated to conduct examinations for appointments to the civil services of the Union and to be consulted on all disciplinary matters affecting a public servant (Article 320).
Example
The dismissal of an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer by the Union Government requires statutory consultation with the UPSC prior to executing the termination order.