Functions and Powers — Prelims Questions

With reference to the National Commission for Minorities, consider the following statements: 1. The Commission can take suo moto cognizance of minority rights violations 2. Its recommendations are legally binding on both Central and State governments 3. It has the power to summon witnesses during investigations 4. The Commission can directly impose penalties on violators of minority rights Which of the statements given above are correct?

The National Commission for Minorities derives its constitutional backing primarily from which of the following provisions?

Which of the following best describes the enforcement mechanism of the National Commission for Minorities?

Under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992, which of the following is NOT a statutory function of the Commission?

The quasi-judicial powers of the National Commission for Minorities are most similar to those of: