Backward Classes, referred to, by the Government.

Powers of the Commission -(1)The Commission shall, while performing its functions under Section 10 have all the powers of a Civil Court trying a suit and in particular in respect of the following matters namely: a)Summoning and enforcing the attendance of any person from any part of State and examining him/her on oath; b)The Commission shall have the powers to requisition such information, document and such assistance as may be required from any Department of the Government, State Public Service

Undertakings and autonomous bodies for the effective implementation of the provision of the Act; c)Receiving evidence on affidavits; d)Requisitioning any public record or copy thereof from any Court or Office; e)Issuing Commissions for the examination of witnesses and documents; f)Any other matter which may be prescribed from time to time.

1. (2) The Commission may engage any technical / subject experts as may be required in the interest of welfare of Backward Classes and for preparation of special recommendations and pay such remuneration as may be fixed with prior approval of the Government.