Question

The Examinations for appointment to the various Civil Services of India are conducted by

• A. the Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India
• B. the Union Public Service Commission
• C. the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
• D. the Staff Selection Commission

Hint:

UPSC = Civil Services (IAS/IPS/etc.)
SSC = Lower-level Central Government posts. Don’t confuse their roles.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a constitutional body under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
UPSC conducts exams for:
- IAS, IPS, IFS and other prestigious Group A and B central services.
Option Analysis:
- Option A: DOPT is a coordinating agency, not the examiner.
- Option B: Correct. UPSC conducts the Civil Services Examination.
- Option C: Ministry of Home Affairs administers IPS once selected — not the exam body.
- Option D: SSC conducts exams for lower posts, not Civil Services.