How do the Union Public Service Commission and the State Public Service Commission work together in maintaining standards and quality in government service appointments?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and the State Public Service Commission (SPSC) work together in maintaining standards and quality in government service appointments by:

1. Conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the Union and the services of the State, respectively.
2. Assisting states in framing and operating schemes of joint recruitment for any services requiring candidates with special qualifications.
3. Providing consultation on all matters related to methods of recruitment to civil services and posts.
4. Providing consultation on the principles to be followed in making appointments, promotions, and transfers from one service to another.
5. Evaluating the suitability of candidates for such appointments, promotions, or transfers.
6. Being consulted on disciplinary matters affecting a person serving under the Government of India or the Government of a State in a civil capacity.