Bengaluru, Sept. 22 -- Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday stated that the state government is legally exploring the possibility of shutting down the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) following widespread irregularities, while also questioning the High Court's prerogative to hand-pick specific officers to head a Special Investigation Team (SIT).

Taking a hard stance on the deep-rooted corruption allegations within the recruitment body, the Chief Minister revealed that the government is considering drastic measures, including shutting down the KPSC altogether, to protect candidates' futures.

"We are also very serious. I actually want to tell you that I am speaking about this from a legal perspective. KPSC itself ha...