Question

How often does the National Commission for Women present reports to the Central Government?

• A. Every 6 months
• B. Every year
• C. Every 2 years
• D. Every 5 years

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Every year

The National Commission for Women (NCW)

• The National Commission for Women (NCW) is a statutory body established in 1992 under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990.
• Its primary objective is to review and investigate the safeguards provided for women under the Constitution and other laws, and to ensure their effective implementation.
• The NCW works towards protecting and promoting the rights of women in India, addressing issues related to gender-based discrimination, violence against women, and other related matters.
• It also makes recommendations to the government for the enhancement of women's welfare and empowerment. 
  
  
• NCW presents reports to the Central Government every year, as mandated by the National Commission for Women Act, 1990.
• These reports contain information on the status of women's rights, the challenges faced by women in various spheres, and recommendations for the implementation of measures to improve the conditions and status of women in India.
• The annual reports serve as a crucial mechanism for highlighting the issues concerning women's rights and for advocating policy changes and interventions to address the challenges faced by women in the country.