In line with its Constitutional mandate, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) submitted its Annual Report for 2023-24 to the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhawan, in New Delhi today. The delegation was led by Chairman, NCSC, Shri Kishor Makwana; Members (NCSC), Shri Love Kush Kumar and Shri Vaddepalli Ramchander, and the Secretary (NCSC), Shri Gudey Srinivas, IAS.

As per the mandate given to the NCSC under Article 338 of the Constitution of India, the Commission has to present a report to the President of India annually and at such other times, on the working of the Constitutional Safeguards for the Scheduled Castes. The report includes recommendations for measures to be taken by the Union and the State Governments for the effective implementation, as well as for the protection, welfare, and socio-economic development of the Scheduled Castes.

The report presents a comprehensive review of the functioning of the Constitutional provisions for Scheduled Castes, addressing issues related to atrocities and crimes committed against the SCs. It outlines key findings from extensive reviews, spot visits and consultations with Central and State Governments regarding the implementation of welfare schemes and socio-economic development programmes for Scheduled Castes. The Commission has made key recommendations aimed at strengthening institutional accountability, ensuring justice, and enhancing the overall empowerment of SC communities.

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