With reference to the State Public Service Commission (SPSC), consider the following statements: 1. The members of the SPSC are appointed by the President of India. 2. At least half of the members of the SPSC must have held office under the Central or State Government for a minimum of ten years. 3. The chairman and members of a State Public Service Commission hold office until the age of 62 years or for a term of six years, whichever is earlier. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 2 and 3 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

The Governor of the state, not the President, appoints the members of the State Public Service Commission.
As per the Constitution, one-half of the members of the SPSC should have held office for at least ten years under the Government of India or a State Government.
The members of the SPSC hold office for six years or until the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.

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