What is the process of selecting candidates for appointments to civil services at the Union and State levels?
The process of selecting candidates for appointments to civil services at the Union and State levels involves the following steps:

1. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and State Public Service Commissions (SPSCs) are responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to their respective services.
2. They may also assist multiple States in framing and operating schemes of joint recruitment for any services requiring special qualifications.
3. Both UPSC and SPSCs must be consulted on various matters, including recruitment methods, appointment principles, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary issues affecting civil servants.