Question

NCM works under which Ministry
A. Ministry of External Affairs.
B. Ministry of Minority Affairs.
C. Ministry of Water.
D. None of these.

Answer 1

Hint: The National Commission for Minorities is a statutory body working under the Ministry of Minorities and it was enacted in the year 1992 with an aim to work for the development of the recognized minorities in India. NMC consists of several persons. Various functions are there.

Complete Answer:
Under the National Commission for Minorities, there consists of one chairperson, a vice-chairperson, and 5 members who try to evaluate the progress and development of the minorities from both the central and state governments. The commission also monitors the working of the constitutional laws which are enacted for the welfare of minorities and makes recommendations for the implementation of protective safeguards for the minority community. Another important function of the commission is that it looks into matters such as complaints regarding deprivation of the rights and safeguards of the minority community as well as governs matters as issued by the central government. The commission conducts frequent studies, research, and analysis relating to issues such as socio-economic and educational development and presents periodic and special reports concerning minorities and their issues towards the central government. Some of the minority communities which are governed by the National commission consist of the six religious minority communities in India such as Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, the Parsis, and the Jains.
So, the correct answer is Option B.

Note: Under the National Commission, each member is selected by the central government according to the principles of integrity, ability, and eminence and they hold the office for a period of three years. At present, Mr. Manjit Singh who is presently the vice-president is officiating the chairman of the commission since the post of NCM fell vacant.