Q. With reference to the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), consider the following statements:
1.It is a constitutional body.
2.The Chairperson holds the rank of a Minister of State in the Union Government.
3.Its headquarters is located in New Delhi.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: NCST is a constitutional body established under Article 338A of the Constitution.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: The Chairperson holds the rank of a Union Cabinet Minister, not a Minister of State.
  • Statement 3 is correct: The headquarters of the NCST is located in New Delhi.

Source- PIB

 

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