NCSC Submits Annual Report 2023–24 to President Droupadi Murmu, Recommends Stronger Safeguards for Scheduled Castes
In a major constitutional development concerning the rights and welfare of India’s marginalized communities, the #NationalCommissionForScheduledCastes (NCSC) submitted its Annual Report for the year 2023–24 to #PresidentDroupadiMurmu at #RashtrapatiBhawan, New Delhi, on Tuesday.
The report, which reflects a year-long assessment of the condition of #ScheduledCastes (SCs) in India, was formally handed over by an NCSC delegation led by Chairman Kishor Makwana.
He was accompanied by Commission Members #LoveKushKumar and #VaddepalliRamchander, and Secretary Gudey Srinivas (IAS).
Constitutional Mandate Under Article 338
This annual submission is part of the Commission’s constitutional duty under #Article338 of the Indian Constitution. As per this mandate, the #NCSC is required to present a detailed report to the President each year, outlining:
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The status of Constitutional safeguards and their implementation,
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The socio-economic development of Scheduled Castes,
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The efficacy of welfare schemes,
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And the functioning of institutions and legal frameworks is meant to protect SC interests.
The President may then lay the report before #Parliament, along with a memorandum of action taken or proposed by the # Government.
Key Focus Areas of the 2023–24 Report
This year’s report offers an in-depth review of the status of Scheduled Caste communities across states and Union Territories, with a major focus on:
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Crimes and atrocities against SCs
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Discrimination in access to education, employment, and public services
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Implementation of protective laws like the #SCSTPreventionOfAtrocitiesAct
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Field visits and on-ground investigations by the Commission
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Performance analysis of state-level SC welfare departments
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Consultations held with #centralministries and #stategovernments
The findings point to several areas where constitutional safeguards are either poorly enforced or need urgent strengthening.
Recommendations to Enhance Social Justice
As part of its role as a constitutional watchdog, the NCSC has submitted a series of comprehensive # policy recommendations aimed at improving:
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Institutional accountability in addressing caste-based injustice
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Monitoring mechanisms at the district and state levels
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Justice delivery in cases of atrocities
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Representation of SCs in public employment and governance
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Education, skill development, and entrepreneurship support tailored for SC youth
The Commission has also urged stronger tracking and timely disbursement of #SCWelfareFunds, improved implementation of the Stand-Up India, Post-Matric Scholarship, and PM-Awas Yojana SC-specific allocations.
A Step Toward Inclusive Governance
Speaking after the submission, officials reiterated that the NCSC’s work is vital for ensuring #SocialJustice, #Equity, and #EmpowermentOfSCs.
By regularly assessing the effectiveness of constitutional provisions and highlighting challenges faced by SCs, the Commission plays a key role in shaping inclusive governance in India.
This report, like its predecessors, will serve as a guiding document for future legislative and executive action aimed at bridging socio-economic gaps and ensuring dignity and justice for members of the Scheduled Castes across the nation.
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