Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court sought a response from the Bihar government on a PIL challenging the appointment of the BPSC chairperson. The petition questions the legality and process of the selection. The court has asked the state to clarify its stance on the matter. Further hearings will determine the validity of the appointment.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court requested a response from the Bihar government regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that challenges the appointment of Parmar Ravi Manubhai as the chairperson of the Bihar Public Service Commission.
A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Manoj Misra acknowledged the arguments made by the petitioner’s lawyer, Brajesh Singh, who questioned Manubhai’s appointment.
However, the bench expressed concern over the fact that a lawyer without any connection to the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) had filed the PIL.
While issuing notices to both the state government and the BPSC chairperson, the bench remarked,
“As a lawyer, you should refrain from submitting such PILs when you have no locus or relation to the BPSC,”
The court also appointed an amicus curiae to assist in the case. The petition contends that the appointment made on March 15, 2024, contravenes the constitutional requirement that only individuals of “impeccable character” should be appointed as chairpersons or members of public service commissions.
The PIL notes that Parmar is an accused in a corruption case filed by Bihar’s vigilance bureau, which is currently pending before a special judge in Patna.
The petition states,
“Thus, it is evident that respondent number 2 (Parmar) faces serious allegations of corruption and forgery, raising doubts about his integrity, and therefore, he should not have been appointed as the chairman of the BPSC,”
Additionally, it claims that Parmar does not meet the fundamental eligibility criteria for the constitutional position of chairperson, as he is not regarded as a person of impeccable character.
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is a constitutional body responsible for recruiting candidates for civil services and government jobs in Bihar. It conducts competitive exams and interviews for various administrative positions. The commission ensures a fair and merit-based selection process. Its role is crucial in maintaining the efficiency and integrity of Bihar’s public administration.
Case Title: BRAJESH SINGH v. THE STATE OF BIHAR AND ORS| W.P.(C) No. 62/2025
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