State 02 September 2026
Haryana Passes Bill to Set Up State Minority Commission
Why in the News?
The Haryana Legislative Assembly has passed 11 key bills, including the Haryana State Minority Commission Bill-2026, paving the way for a dedicated Minority Commission in the state.
Key Features / Major Points:
Commission Structure: Will consist of a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson nominated by the state government.
Core Mandate: To evaluate the progress of minorities' development in the state and investigate specific complaints regarding deprivation of their rights.
Other Key Bills Passed:
Haryana Local Audit Bill
Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Bill
Haryana Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Bill
Haryana Right to Business Bill, 2026
Static GK Facts:
National Commission for Minorities (NCM): A statutory body established under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992.
Notified Minority Communities in India: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Parsis, and Jains (Jains added in 2014).
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Which state assembly recently passed the State Minority Commission Bill 2026?
A: Haryana
Q: In which year was the National Commission for Minorities Act enacted in India?
A: 1992
Q: How many religious communities are officially notified as minorities at the national level in India?
A: 6