National Commission for Scheduled Tribes marks its 22nd Foundation Day
The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes, a constitutional body under Article 338A, celebrated its 22nd Foundation Day in New Delhi on 19 February 2025.
Summary
The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) celebrated its 22nd Foundation Day in New Delhi on 19 February 2025. Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram praised the Commission's role in monitoring the Forest Rights Act using its constitutional powers. Chairperson Antar Singh Arya said the Commission had completed a 100-day action plan reviewing states, districts and public sector undertakings. The NCST is a constitutional body under Article 338A of the Constitution.
Key facts
- Date
- 19 February 2025, New Delhi
- Occasion
- 22nd Foundation Day of NCST
- Chairperson
- Antar Singh Arya
- Minister
- Jual Oram, Tribal Affairs
- Constitution
- Article 338A
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Who was the Chairperson of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes when it marked its 22nd Foundation Day on 19 February 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Antar Singh Arya
Chairperson Antar Singh Arya spoke on the Commission's work; Hansraj Gangaram Ahir chairs the backward classes commission and Nirupam Chakma is an NCST member.