Functions and Powers — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC): 1. It was granted constitutional status through the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act. 2. The Commission can directly enforce its recommendations without government intervention. 3. It has the power to summon witnesses and examine them on oath. 4. The creamy layer principle applies to all communities under NCBC's purview. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following best describes the primary difference between the functions of NCBC and NCSC? 1. NCBC focuses on advisory functions while NCSC has stronger enforcement mechanisms. 2. NCBC deals with policy-based reservations while NCSC manages constitutionally mandated quotas. 3. NCBC applies creamy layer exclusion while NCSC does not. 4. NCBC was established later than NCSC.

The 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2018 is significant because it:

Consider the following about NCBC's powers: 1. It can issue binding directions to government departments. 2. It has the same powers as a civil court while conducting inquiries. 3. It can recommend policy changes to both Union and State governments. 4. It can directly punish officials for non-compliance with its recommendations. Which of the above statements are correct?

The concept of 'creamy layer' in the context of OBC reservations is significant because it: