What law created the civil service commission to make appointments to federal jobs on the basis of competitive examinations rather than pull?

The Pendleton Act of 1883 established the Civil Service Commission, which aimed to ensure that federal jobs were filled based on merit rather than political connections. This law marked a significant shift towards a professional and impartial civil service by implementing competitive examinations for appointments. The act was a response to the widespread corruption and patronage in government positions, particularly highlighted by the assassination of President James Garfield by a disgruntled office seeker.