Which of the following pairs is correctly matched regarding the Constitutional body and its Nodal Ministry?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Union Public Service Commission - Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
- Union Public Service Commission - Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions pair is correctly matched regarding the Constitutional body and its Nodal Ministry.
- A Constitutional body responsible for recruitment to All India Services, Central Services, and posts under the Union Government.
- Major Exams Conducted:
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Civil Services Examination (IAS, IPS, IFS, etc.)
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Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination
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Engineering Services Examination (ESE)
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Combined Defence Services (CDS), NDA, CAPF, and others.
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- Administrative Control: Under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, with the Prime Minister as the Minister-in-charge.
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Constitutional Provision: Established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
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Provides for composition, appointment, and tenure of members.
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Independence: UPSC is autonomous and insulated from external influence, ensuring fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment.