National Council of Senior Citizens composition
Q. Who of the following are in the National Council of Senior Citizens?
1) Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment
2) Experts on Ageing issues
3) All state representatives- Published on 01 Sep 16a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 3
d. All of the above
ANSWER: 1, 2
- An autonomous National Council for Senior Citizens headed by the Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment was set up to promote and co-ordinate the concerns of older persons.
- The Council includes representatives of relevant Central Ministries and the Planning Commission.
- Five States are represented on the Council by rotation.
- Adequate representation is given to non-official members representing Non-Government Organisations, Academic bodies, Media and Experts on Ageing issues from different fields.