Bare Act
The Sikkim Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993
The Sikkim Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993, establishes a dedicated statutory body to advise the State Government on matters concerning backward classes. Its primary purpose is to examine requests for including specific groups in the list of backward classes and to address complaints regarding over-inclusion or under-inclusion in these lists. The Commission acts as an advisory body, and its recommendations are generally binding on the government. By providing a structured mechanism for identifying and reviewing backward classes, the Act ensures that reservation policies for appointments and posts are based on objective assessments, ultimately aiming to support social justice and equitable representation for marginalized communities in Sikkim.
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Constitution of the Sikkim Commission for Backward Classes
- 4. Term of Office and conditions of service of Chairperson and Members
- 5. Officers and other employees of the Commission
- 6. Salaries and allowances to be paid out of grants
- 7. Vacancies etc. not to invalidate
- 8. Procedure to be regulated by the Commission
- 9. Function of the Commission
- 10. Powers of the Commission
- 11. Periodic revision of lists by the State Government
- 12. Grants by the State Government
- 13. Accounts and Audit
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