Q. Consider the following statements about the Joint Public Service Commission (JPSC):

1. A JPSC can be established for two or more states by Parliament.
2. The Chairman and members of a JPSC are appointed by the President of India.
3. The expenses of a JPSC are shared by the participating states and not charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
4. A JPSC submits its annual report to the Governor of each state it serves.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: 1, 2 and 4 only
Notes: Article 315 of the Indian Constitution provides for the creation of a Joint Public Service Commission (JPSC) for two or more states by Parliament. The President appoints its Chairman and members. The expenses are shared by participating states, not from the Consolidated Fund of India. The JPSC submits its annual report to each participating state's Governor.