Mains issueGS-2News & Analysis12 October 2026

Reforms and Accountability in State Public Service Commissions

Aspirants should be able to argue for comprehensive reforms and robust accountability mechanisms to uphold the integrity and public trust in constitutional bodies like State Public Service Commissions, addressing issues like paper leaks and ensuring fair recruitment processes.

Source: thehindu.comOriginal report

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Why now

The recent agitation by MPSC aspirants over alleged irregularities and paper leaks, leading to the formation of an inquiry committee and demands for systemic reforms, highlights contemporary challenges to the integrity of public recruitment processes and the functioning of constitutional bodies.

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MPSC aspirants ended a 10-day agitation after the Maharashtra government formed an inquiry committee, led by ex-judge Dilip Bhosale and with IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe as Secretary, to probe alleged irregularities, including paper leaks, in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC). Key demands accepted included the formation of the committee, the MPSC Chairman Vivek Bhimanwar proceeding on leave, and addressing other concerns like recruitment targets, increased exam seats, and background checks for MPSC officials. The Bombay High Court also urged the state to restore trust among aspirants.

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