Q1. What is the constitutional safeguard regarding UPSC expenses?
- They are approved by the Finance Minister
- They are voted annually by the Lok Sabha
- They are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India
- They are managed by the Planning Commission
Correct Option: 3. They are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
Explanation: This ensures financial independence, as these expenses are not subject to parliamentary vote.
Q2. Which of the following is true regarding the eligibility of UPSC members for reappointment?
- No one can be reappointed to the same office
- Members can be reappointed after retirement
- Only Chairman can be reappointed
- Members can join any government post afterward
Correct Option: 1. No one can be reappointed to the same office.
Explanation: Once a person completes their term as Chairman or member of UPSC, they are not eligible for reappointment to the same office.
Q3. What happens if UPSC is not consulted in a matter where it is normally required?
- The decision becomes invalid
- The court can reverse the decision
- The matter must be re-decided
- The decision remains valid
Correct Option: 4. The decision remains valid.
Explanation: The Supreme Court has held that consultation with UPSC is directory, not mandatory. The decision still stands, though the government is expected to act fairly.
Q4. Who decides the service conditions of the UPSC Chairman and members?
- Prime Minister
- President of India
- Parliament
- Ministry of Home Affairs
Correct Option: 2. President of India.
Explanation: The President determines the service conditions, though these cannot be altered to their disadvantage after appointment.
Q5. Which of the following matters is excluded from the purview of UPSC?
- Appointments to Group A and B posts
- Disciplinary matters
- Reservation-related appointments
- Legal claims by civil servants
Correct Option: 3. Reservation-related appointments .
Explanation: The UPSC is not consulted in matters of reservations for backward classes, SCs, and STs, and certain other exclusions decided by the President.