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Upsc Important Commission
Upsc Important Commission
UPSC Exam)
6th February, 2024 Prelims
Proposed constitutional reforms for India, aiming at self-governance and a federal structure.
Examined the relationship between the princely states and the Indian Union, making
recommendations for their integration.
Formulated guidelines for the reorganization of states in post-independence India, leading to the
States Reorganization Act, 1956.
Investigated the Jallianwala Bagh massacre and recommended actions against General Dyer.
Inquired into excesses committed during the Emergency (1975-1977) and recommended actions
against those responsible.
Examined the social and economic backwardness of various castes and communities to recommend
quotas in public services.
Examined the relationship between the Center and States, suggesting measures to improve federalism
in India.
Reviewed the working of the Constitution with regard to the Center-State relations and suggested
reforms.
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Formed in the aftermath of the Nirbhaya case, it recommended amendments to criminal laws to
enhance punishment for sexual offenses.
Investigated and recommended measures for the upliftment of socially and educationally backward
classes among religious and linguistic minorities.
National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution (2000) - Justice M.N.
Venkatachaliah Commission:
Assessed the functioning of the Constitution and recommended changes in light of the changing
socio-economic and political scenario.
Formed after the Delhi gang rape case, it suggested amendments to criminal laws to deal with sexual
offenses more effectively.
Replaced the Planning Commission and focuses on cooperative federalism, sustainable development
goals, and fostering innovation.
Recommends the distribution of the net proceeds of taxes between the Center and the States and
among the States.
Formed to suggest structural reforms in the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) following
the IPL (Indian Premier League) spot-fixing and betting scandal.
Investigated the reasons for bank nationalization and recommended measures for improving banking
policies.
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Recommended reforms in legal education and the legal profession in India.
Inquired into the "Spy Chronicles" case involving alleged espionage activities.
Suggested reforms in the insurance sector leading to the establishment of the Insurance Regulatory
and Development Authority (IRDA).
Examined the demand for a separate Telangana state and recommended measures to address the issue.
Studied the economic situation in Assam and recommended measures for development.
Reviewed the implementation of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA).
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Justice R.M. Lodha Committee (2016):
Recommended structural reforms in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Suggested reforms in the functioning of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Reviewed the functioning of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and suggested reforms in
higher education.
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Provided recommendations on the process of capital account convertibility.
Recommended financial sector reforms, leading to the establishment of new private sector banks.
Reviewed the implementation of the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act.
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Deepak Parekh Committee (2007):
Reviewed and suggested changes in the definition of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India.
Examined issues related to compensation under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.
Provided recommendations on the structure and rates under the Goods and Services Tax (GST).
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Examined issues related to the restructuring of the Indian Railways.
Provided recommendations on the development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
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