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National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Established under the 2005 Act, aims to safeguard children’s rights as per the Constitution and UN Convention on Child Rights. Monitors the enforcement of child-focused laws—like the Right to Education Act, Child Labour (Prohibition), and POCSO. It assesses policy impact, inspects child care institutions, and recommends actions against violators. NCPCR can summon documents, ensuring accountability among agencies handling children’s welfare. Though it cannot directly penalize offenders, it pushes for reforms and coordinates with state commissions. Widespread issues like child trafficking, malnutrition, and abuse make the NCPCR’s role pivotal in shaping a protective environment for India’s massive child population.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is NOT a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Who has the authority to promulgate ordinances in India?

राष्ट्रपति द्वारा पारित विधेयकों को चुनौती देने की अंतिम तिथि किस अनुच्छेद में दी गई है?

राष्ट्रपति की अनुपस्थिति में संसद में किस सत्र को आयोजित किया जाता है?

भारतीय सर्वोच्च न्यायालय का गठन किस आधार पर हुआ?

What is the minimum age for a person to become the Chief Minister of a state in India?

Which of the following is a provision related to the financial powers of the Parliament?

Which of the following is the right of a citizen under the Indian Constitution?

राष्ट्रपति की नियुक्ति में किस संस्था का योगदान महत्वपूर्ण होता है?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन का निर्धारण किसकी स्वीकृति से होता है?