Who appoints the members of the Union Public Service Commission in India?
President of India
Under Article 316 of the Constitution, the Chairman and other members of the Union Public Service Commission are appointed by the President of India.
A member can be removed only by the President, on grounds and in the manner laid down in Article 317.
The Prime Minister, Parliament and Supreme Court have no power of appointment here, though the Supreme Court inquires into misbehaviour on a reference from the President.
Hence, President of India.
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