What are the restrictions on holding office by members of a Public Service Commission after ceasing to be members?
Upon ceasing to hold office, there are certain restrictions on the former members of a Public Service Commission, as per Article 319. The Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission cannot seek further employment under the Government of India or a State Government. The Chairman of a State Public Service Commission can be appointed as the Chairman or member of the Union Public Service Commission or another State Public Service Commission, but not any other government employment. A member other than the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission can be appointed as the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission or a State Public Service Commission, but not any other government employment. A member other than the Chairman of a State Public Service Commission can be appointed as the Chairman or member of the Union Public Service Commission or another State Public Service Commission, but not any other government employment.