Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026:
1.It proposes the establishment of a five-member National Tribunals Commission to oversee the administration of tribunals.
2.The Bill proposes a five-year tenure or up to 70 years of age for both chairpersons and members of tribunals.
3.It provides for a National Tribunals Data Grid to track case pendency and tribunal performance.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: The Bill proposes a five-member National Tribunals Commission (NTC) comprising a Chairperson, two Judicial Members and two Technical Members.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: The maximum age is 70 years for Chairpersons and 67 years for other Members.
  • Statement 3 is correct: The Bill provides for a National Tribunals Data Grid to track case information, pendency and tribunal performance.

Source- LL

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