Public Service Commission -Kerala PSC – The Government’s directives regarding workforce requirements are binding on the KPSC, provided they do not interfere with the integrity and sanctity of the selection process. While the KPSC’s autonomy remains vital, it must be exercised within the confines of its role as a facilitator of recruitment and not as an arbiter of administrative policy- (Para 28) Division of responsibilities between the State Government and the Public Service Commission– The primary role of the KPSC is to aid and facilitate the selection process. It functions as an autonomous body within the framework laid down by the Constitution of India, ensuring transparency and merit-based recruitment. However, its autonomy is confined to the conduct of the selection process. Determination of the number of vacancies and the requisition for employees remain the prerogative of the State Government, which is the employer- The Government’s role in notifying vacancies is integral to the recruitment process. It determines workforce requirements based on administrative exigencies and operational needs. The KPSC’s mandate is to conduct the selection process in a manner that aligns with these requisitions.