CURRENT AFFAIRS

2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has approved the proposal for five additional seats for tribals in which state assembly
A
Sikkim
B
Assam
C
Manipur
D
Bihar
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The first National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) was constituted in March, 2004 and comprised Shri Kunwar Singh, Chairperson (who assumed office on 15.3. 2004), Shri Tapir Gao, Vice-Chairperson (who assumed office on 3.3. 2004), Shri Lama Lobzang, (who assumed office on 2.3. 2004), Smt.

Detailed explanation-2: -The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes is a constitutional body that was established by the Constitution (89th Amendment) Act, 2003. The Commission is an authority working for the economic development of Scheduled Tribes in India. The NCST is dealt with Article 338.

Detailed explanation-3: -Composition: It consists of a Chairperson, a Vice-Chairperson and 3 other Members who are appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal. At least one member should be a woman. The Chairperson, the Vice-Chairperson and the other Members hold office for a term of 3 years.

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