Centre evasive on delay in appointments to National Commission for Minorities
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Why in news
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju responded to a Rajya Sabha query regarding the long-pending vacancies in the National Commission for Minorities (NCM) without providing a specific timeline for appointments.
Background
The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) is governed by the NCM Act of 1992. Appointments are made by the Central Government from persons of eminence, ability, and integrity. The vacancies include the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and all Members.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillNCM Act of 1992: Governs the appointment and functioning of the National Commission for Minorities.
- PostKiren Rijiju: Union Minister for Minority Affairs.
For Mains
Q. Examine the significance of the National Commission for Minorities in safeguarding minority rights and discuss the implications of delayed appointments on its functional efficacy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional paralysis: Vacancies in leadership roles hinder the Commission's ability to investigate grievances and monitor policy implementation.
- Accountability gap: Lack of a defined timeline for appointments undermines the statutory mandate of the NCM Act of 1992.
Keywords: Statutory mandate · Minority rights · Institutional efficacy · Executive oversight · Accountability
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