A
To audit corporate pension funds registered under the Securities and Exchange Board of India
B
To provide an on-the-spot Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) forum for central government civil pension disputes
C
To formulate national fiscal policies and set annual income tax slabs
D
To manage military defense pensions exclusively through court-martial proceedings
Correct answer: (b) To provide an on-the-spot Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) forum for central government civil pension disputes
Explanation
Pension Adalats serve as an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism applying a whole-of-government framework for the on-the-spot resolution of central government civil pension disputes. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they misstate the scope and mandate of the forum.
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