Prelims 2023 · Polity and Constitution · Question 15
Consider the following organizations/bodies in India: 1. The National Commission for Backward Classes 2. The National Human Rights Commission 3. The National Law Commission 4. The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission. How many of the above are constitutional bodies?
Answer
Only one
National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) — It is a constitutional body under Article 338B, given constitutional status by the 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2018. Verdict: Correct.
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) — It is a statutory body created under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. Verdict: Not constitutional.
National Law Commission — The Law Commission of India is neither a constitutional nor a statutory body; it is constituted by an executive order/resolution of the Government. Verdict: Not constitutional.
National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) — It is a statutory body set up under the Consumer Protection Act. Verdict: Not constitutional.
Hence, only one of the above is a constitutional body.