The establishment of the UPSC in India traces back to the year 1926. It was created as a response to the need for a systematic approach to recruit candidates for various civil services positions in the country. The aim was to ensure a selection process based on merit, rather than favoritism or clan influence. Initially, the British government set up the commission to manage civil service appointments in India during colonial rule. Post-Independence, UPSC continued to uphold these principles of transparency and meritocracy in recruitment for civil services, shaping the bureaucratic landscape of modern India.