- A constitutional body is established by the Constitution of India or derives its powers directly from the Constitution. - A statutory body is established by an Act of Parliament or a State Legislature. - An executive body is established by a resolution of the executive (government).
Consider the following organizations/bodies in India: 1. The National Commission for Backward Classes 2. The National Human Rights Commission 3. The National Law Commission 4. The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission How many of the above are constitutional bodies?
Asked in UPSC IAS 2023 · Topic: Lokpal and Important Commissions (National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC): Constitutional status, composition, and functions)
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