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National Commission for Women: Key Functions

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Augments the subject of NCW (#117) with details on its operational activities: conducting research on women’s issues, inspecting custody homes, recommending measures to tackle trafficking, female foeticide, and acid attacks. NCW organizes awareness campaigns, monitors implementation of protective legislation, and engages with NGOs working at the grassroots. It can summon documents, call witnesses, and produce reports for the government’s action. While its recommendations are non-binding, public pressure often prompts legislative or administrative responses. NCW’s success depends on robust collaboration with state machineries, autonomy from political interference, and consistent budgetary support.

Practice Questions

What is the minimum number of members in the Lok Sabha?

संसद में मतभेद सुलझाने के लिए किस व्यवस्था का प्रयोग होता है?

संसद सदस्यों की योग्यता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन और भत्ता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Union List of the Indian Constitution?

Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चयन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?

Who is considered the "father of the Indian Constitution"?

Who is the head of the government in India?