Q. Who among the following was the first chairman of UPSC?
Answer: Sir Ross Barker
Notes: First Public Service Commission was established on October 1, 1926 under the Chairmanship of Sir Ross Barker. UPSC is constitutional body which conducts the prestigious civil services examination to select IAS, IFS and IPS officers among others. It has been established under Article 315 of the Constitution and consists of a Chairman and ten Members; appointed and removed by President. The chairman and members of the Commission hold office for a term if six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier