What is the role of the First Amendment Act, 1951 in relation to public service commissions?
The First Amendment Act, 1951, added Section 13 which provided for the continuity of service of members of Public Service Commissions in India at the time of the commencement of the Constitution. These members became part of the Union Public Service Commission and continued to hold office until their term expired as determined under the rules applicable immediately before the commencement of the Constitution.