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Which one of the following statements is not correct in respect of the Union Public Service Commission?

A) The Constitution of India does not specify the number of Members of the Union Public Service Commission while it specifies the number in case of the Supreme Court judges.

B) As nearly as may be one-half of the Members of the Union Public Service Commission must have held office for at least ten years either under the Government of India or under the Government of a State prior to their joining the Commission.

C) On ceasing to hold office, a Member of the Union Public Service Commission other than the Chairman is eligible for appointment as the Chairman of a State Public Service Commission.

D)  Before creation of a new Group 'A' post under the Central Government, a clearance from the Union Public Service Commission is required.