Question:

The Mandal Commission was appointed by which Government at the Centre?

Updated On: Mar 28, 2025
  • Indian National Congress Party
  • Bharatiya Janata Party
  • Janata Party
  • Samajwadi Party
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The Mandal Commission was appointed by the Janata Party government in 1979 under Prime Minister Morarji Desai.

Key Details:

  • Officially called "Socially and Educationally Backward Classes Commission"
  • Headed by B.P. Mandal
  • Recommended 27% reservation for OBCs in government jobs
  • Recommendations implemented in 1990 by V.P. Singh government

Correct Answer: (3) Janata Party

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