What is the purpose of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes under Article 338?
The purpose of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, established under Article 338, is to investigate and monitor matters related to safeguards provided for Scheduled Castes under the Constitution or other laws, inquire into specific complaints, participate and advise on the planning process of socio-economic development, evaluate the progress of their development, present reports and recommendations to the President, and discharge functions related to the protection, welfare, development, and advancement of the Scheduled Castes as specified by the President.