P. National Commission for Backward Classes
- The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) is a constitutional body that operates under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
- It was granted constitutional status through the 102nd Amendment Act.
- According to Article 340 of the Indian Constitution, the President is required to establish a commission to investigate the social and economic conditions of the Backward Classes.
- The Commission shall consist of a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and three other Members.
- The President shall appoint the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and other Members of the Commission by a warrant signed by him and sealed.
- The terms of service and tenure of office of the members shall be such as may be determined by the President by rule.
- According to Section 9(1) of the NCBC Act, the commission evaluates whether communities should be added to or removed from lists of those designated as needing employment accommodations.
- The commission then provides the Central Government with the necessary advice.