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title: "National Commission for Scheduled Castes — Definition"
description: "The National Commission for Scheduled Castes is a constitutional body in India that protects the rights of Scheduled Castes, ensuring their legal safeguards."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The National Commission for Scheduled Castes is a constitutional body under Article 338 that safeguards the rights and interests of Scheduled Castes in India.
- Under which constitutional article is the NCSC established, and how did it become a separate body?
- What powers does the NCSC hold while conducting inquiries?
- Is consultation with the NCSC mandatory for governments?
- How is the NCSC distinguished from the National Commission for Backward Classes in exams?

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