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Question

The functions of the State Public Service Commission of Uttar Pradesh can be extended by:

  1. Prime Minister
  2. Union Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
  3. The President
  4. Uttar Pradesh State Legislature

Answer:

Option D: Uttar Pradesh State Legislature

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Uttar Pradesh State Legislature”.

The Uttar Pradesh State Legislature can extend the functions of the State Public Service Commission of Uttar Pradesh.

This is according to Article 315(2) of the Indian Constitution, which states that the state legislature can, by law, extend the functions of a state public service commission to include any matter in connection with the recruitment to civil services and posts under the state.