2014 · Q17
Which one of the following statements regarding the Departmental Committee of the Parliament of India on the empowerment of women is correct?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- AThe Committee will consist of members of the Lok Sabha only
- BA Cabinet Minister can be a member of the Committee
- CThe term of office of the members of the Committee shall not exceed two years
- DIt reports on the working of welfare programmes for the women
Explanation
The Committee on Empowerment of Women examines welfare programmes for women; ministers cannot be members and it draws members from both Houses.