Explanation:

• The National Commission for Minorities took initiative to discuss the implementation and registration of Sikh marriages under the Anand Marriage Act with 18 States/UTs.

• Statement 1st is correct: The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) was established under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992. This Act provides the statutory basis for the formation and functioning of the Commission.

• Statement 2nd is correct: The NCM consists of a Chairperson and six other members, who are appointed by the Central Government.

• Statement 3rd is incorrect: The NCM is responsible for safeguarding the rights of various minorities in India, not just religious minorities. This includes linguistic, cultural, and other types of minorities.

Hence option 2nd is correct.