What is the primary purpose of the Union and State Public Service Commissions in terms of civil services recruitment and appointments?
The primary purpose of the Union and State Public Service Commissions in terms of civil services recruitment and appointments is to conduct examinations for appointments to the services of the Union and the services of the State, as well as to assist states in framing and operating schemes of joint recruitment for any services for which candidates possessing special qualifications are required. They also provide consultation on all matters relating to methods of recruitment to civil services and for civil posts, principles to be followed in making appointments to civil services and posts, and disciplinary matters affecting a person serving under the Government of India or the Government of a State in a civil capacity.