NCMEI - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following is/are true regarding National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (NCMEI)?

1) National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions was established in 2005.
2) The linguistic minorities are outside the purview of the NCMEI Act.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

  • National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions was established in 2005.
  • It ensures rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice as provided in the Article 30 of the Constitution of India.
  • The linguistic minorities are outside the purview of the NCMEI Act.
  • This Commission is a quasi-judicial body and has been endowed with the powers of a Civil Court.
  • It is headed by a Chairman who has been a Judge of the Delhi High Court and two members to be nominated by Central Government.
  • The Commission has 3 roles namely adjudicatory function, advisory function and recommendatory powers.

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