In which year was the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (NCMEI) set up?

The National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions was established in 2004 under an Act of Parliament to safeguard the educational rights of minorities.

2001 predates the Commission and marks no such establishment.

2003 is also too early for its creation.

2005 comes after the Commission was already functioning.

It advises the central government on minority educational institutions and their affiliation.

It also decides the minority status of institutions and hears related disputes.