Public Administration - An Introduction — Important Questions

6 years or 65 years of age, whichever is earlier

The term of office for UPSC members is 6 years or until they reach 65 years of age, whichever comes earlier. This provision ensures both tenure security and age-appropriate service. The option with 5 years is incorrect as the constitutional provision is for 6 years. The options mentioning 62 years are also incorrect as the retirement age is 65 years for UPSC members. This is different from KPSC where the retirement age is 62 years.

7th Schedule - State List

According to the 7th Schedule of the Indian Constitution, Law and Order is mentioned in the State List, making it primarily a state subject. This means maintaining law and order is mainly the responsibility of state governments. Article 355 deals with the duty of the Union to protect states against external aggression and internal disturbance. Article 356 relates to President's rule in states when constitutional machinery fails. Article 315 establishes Public Service Commissions. Understanding this distribution of powers is crucial for governance.

18th May 1951

Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) was established on 18th May 1951, following the constitutional provision under Article 315. This date marks the beginning of systematic recruitment to state government services in Karnataka. The other dates are significant in Indian history but not related to KPSC establishment. 15th August is Independence Day, 26th January is Republic Day, and 1950 would be too early as the Constitution came into effect on 26th January 1950 and states needed time to establish their commissions.

Central Reserve Police Force

CRPF stands for Central Reserve Police Force. It is one of the important armed forces under the Union Home Ministry that assists state police in suppressing riots, maintaining law and order, and undertaking relief work during natural calamities. The word 'Reserve' indicates its role as a backup force for states when needed. The other options with 'Rapid', 'Response', and 'Regional' are incorrect expansions that don't represent the actual name of this paramilitary force.