In India, the composition of the commission is determined by who among the following, in case of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is the President of India
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s premier central recruitment agency, responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to the civil services and other prestigious posts under the Government of India.
Constitutional Provisions:
· The UPSC is established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
· The composition of the UPSC — i.e., the number of members, their qualifications, tenure, and other service conditions — is determined by the President of India.
· The commission typically consists of a Chairman and other members appointed by the President.
Authority and Appointment:
As per Article 316 of the Constitution:
· The President appoints the Chairman and other members of the Commission.
· The President also has the authority to make rules regarding their conditions of service.
Additional Knowledge:
· Prime Minister of India: Although influential in governance, the Prime Minister does not have the constitutional authority to determine the composition of UPSC.
· Vice President of India: The Vice President's role is largely limited to being the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and does not involve UPSC appointments.
· Supreme Court of India: The Supreme Court may intervene in legal matters involving the UPSC, but it does not have administrative or constitutional authority to determine its composition.