Question

What is the tenure of the chairman of the State Public Service Commission?
1. 5 years or the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier
2. 6 years or the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier
3. 6 years or the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier
4. 5 years or the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : 6 years or the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier

The correct answer is 6 years or the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.

• State Public Service Commission: The chairman and member occupy the office for 6 years or till they reach 62 years.
• They can resign by writing to Governor and also be removed by the president before their term expires.
• Grounds for removal are proved misbehaviour or incapacity. In this case, the president has to refer the matter to SC and if SC inquiry finds him guilty then SC can advise removal.
• This advice is binding on the president. Other grounds are engaged in paid employment, becomes bankrupt, or in the president's opinion is unfit to continue due to infirm body or mind.
• Governor can suspend the chairman or member pending investigation.