National Commission of Minorities was established under which of the following provisions?

Correct option is C

The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) was established under Section 3 of the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992. This section empowers the Central Government to constitute the Commission for the purpose of safeguarding the rights and interests of minorities, as defined by the government.
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Information Booster:
The Commission comprises a Chairperson, a Vice-Chairperson, and five members, out of which five must be from minority communities as notified by the Government of India.

Additional Information:
The NCM investigates matters related to the deprivation of rights of minorities, makes recommendations to the government, and ensures effective implementation of welfare schemes for minorities. It is not a constitutional body but a statutory one, formed through an Act of Parliament.