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NCW 34th Foundation Day: Composition and Legal Basis

3 February 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSNCW 34thFoundation Day:Composition andLegal Basis3 February 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Commission celebrated its 34th Foundation Day in New Delhi.

About NCW

  • Apex statutory body protecting women’s constitutional and legal rights.
  • Roles: watchdog, adviser and grievance redressal forum.
PointDetail
Established31 January 1992
LawNCW Act, 1990 (Act No. 20)
NatureNot a constitutional body

Composition

  • Chairperson nominated by the Centre.
  • Five Members from law, administration, education, health, social welfare, labour or women’s movements.
  • Reserved: one SC and one ST member.

Exam angle

  • Established: 31 January 1992.
  • Section 3 covers composition.

Test yourself

1. On which date was the National Commission for Women established?

NCW was established on 31 January 1992.

2. What is the legal nature of the National Commission for Women?

It is a statutory body under the NCW Act, 1990, not a constitutional body.

3. How many Members, besides the Chairperson, does the NCW have under Section 3 of the NCW Act, 1990?

The Commission has a Chairperson and five Members.

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