Here are a few interesting facts about the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC):
1) The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) was established in 1926, it is one of the oldest constitutional bodies in India.
2) The UPSC is responsible for recruiting candidates for the All India Services, Central Services and other posts under the Union Government of India.
3) The UPSC conducts several examinations including the Civil Services Examination (CSE), Indian Forest Service Examination, Indian Economic Service Examination, Indian Statistical Service Examination, National Defence Academy Examination and Naval Academy Examination.
4) The Civil Services Examination (CSE) is considered as one of the toughest and most competitive examinations in India, and the selection process for the CSE is also one of the most rigorous in the world.
5) The Commission is headed by a Chairman and 10 members, all of whom are appointed by the President of India.
6) The headquarters of the UPSC is located in New Delhi, and it has regional offices in various parts of the country.
7) The UPSC conducts its examinations in various languages including English, Hindi, and the regional languages of the states.
8) The UPSC conducts its examination in a paperless mode since 2019, candidates are given the facility to download the admit card and answer sheet in their own devices.
9) The UPSC has an extensive library, which contains a large collection of books and journals on various subjects related to the UPSC examinations.
10) The UPSC is known for its transparency and impartiality in the recruitment process, The commission follows a strict code of conduct and any violation of it is dealt with seriously.
Overall, UPSC plays a crucial role in the functioning of the Indian Government, it's a constitutional body that is responsible for selecting the best candidates for various posts under the Union Government of India.
