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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

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?

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

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

What is the term of office of a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने संसद में महिलाओं के आरक्षण का प्रस्ताव रखा?

Who can remove the President of India from office?

न्यायिक समीक्षा किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

लोकसभा के सदस्यों के लिए न्यूनतम आयु क्या है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution mentions the procedure for amendment?