The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) is a statutory body protecting minority rights in India. It was established under law in 1992 to monitor safeguards, address grievances, and advise governments.
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- NCM set up under National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992
- Originated in 1978 as a resolution under Home Ministry
- Statutory body; chairperson, vice-chairperson, five members
- Members must belong to notified minority communities
- Six minorities recognised: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Parsis, Jains
- Monitors constitutional and legal safeguards for minorities
- Handles complaints on rights violations and discrimination
- Advises Centre and states on minority welfare policies
- Observes Minority Rights Day on December 18 annually
- Faces issues like weak powers, vacancies, ignored reports
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