Multiple choice

Which Constitutional Article lays down the provision for a National Commission for SC and ST?

  1. Article 337

  2. Article 334

  3. Article 338

  4. Article 339

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 338 of the Constitution established the National Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Originally set up as a combined commission, it was later bifurcated into two separate commissions - one for SCs and one for STs - through constitutional amendments. This commission investigates and monitors safeguards provided for these communities.