Identifying Non-Constitutional Body in India
A constitutional body is established by the provisions of the Constitution of India. Its creation, powers, and functions are directly defined within the Constitution.
Analysis of Indian Bodies
The question asks to identify the body that is NOT constitutional. Let's examine the status of each option:
- Election Commission of India (ECI): Established under Article 324 of the Constitution, making it a constitutional body.
- Union Public Service Commission (UPSC): Established under Article 315 of the Constitution, making it a constitutional body.
- Finance Commission of India (FCI): Established under Article 280 of the Constitution, making it a constitutional body.
- National Human Rights Commission (NHRC): Established by the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, enacted by Parliament. It is a statutory body, not a constitutional one.
Conclusion
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) derives its powers from an Act of Parliament, not directly from the Constitution. Therefore, it is not considered a constitutional body.
Important Questions from Constitutional Bodies
Consider the following events :
1. Establishment of the Planning Commission
2. Formation of the National Development Council (NDC)
3. Approval of the First Five-Year Plan by the NDC
4. Constitution of the National Planning Committee
Which one of the following is the correct sequence of the above events?
- Who among the following is the Chairperson of the Goods and Services Tax Council?
Which one of the following statements about the Attorney General of India is not correct ?
Consider the following statements about Attorney-General in India:
1. She/he is the first law officer of the Government of India
2. She/he has a right to speak in any House of Parliament without any right to vote
3. She/he is appointed by the President of India
4. She/he is a whole-time counsel for the Government in the court of law
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements relating to the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is/are correct?
1. The CAG can attend the sittings of the Committee on Public Accounts.
2. The CAG can attend the sittings of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
3. The jurisdiction of CAG is co-extensive with the powers of the Union Government.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
