Consider the following statements regarding the composition of NITI Aayog: 1. The Regional Councils of NITI Aayog are permanent bodies chaired only by the Prime Minister. 2. The Vice-Chairperson of NITI Aayog is appointed by the Prime Minister and enjoys the rank of a Cabinet Minister. 3. NITI Aayog can have up to four Union Ministers as ex-officio members nominated by the Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

The Regional Councils are not permanent; they are formed for a specified tenure to address regional issues and are chaired by the Chairperson or his nominee, not necessarily always the Prime Minister.
The Vice-Chairperson is appointed by the Prime Minister and holds the rank of a Cabinet Minister.
The Prime Minister can nominate up to four Union Ministers as ex-officio members of the NITI Aayog.