The establishment of the UPSC was recommended by the Lee Commission in 1926. This commission was tasked with examining the criteria and methods of recruitment for the Indian civil services. The commission advocated for a formalized body that would ensure a merit-based selection process for civil service positions, leading to the establishment of the UPSC in 1935. Since its inception, the UPSC has played a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of the recruitment process for public administration in India, ensuring that qualified individuals are selected for service.