Question

In order to establish National Human Rights Commission, India enacted the ________.

• A. Covenant on Civil and Political Rights Act.
• B. Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Act.
• C. Protection of Human Rights Act.
• D. Protection of Civil Liberties Act.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Act.

The covenant on economic, social, and cultural rights guarantees economies, social, and cultural human rights. These rights protect the basic necessities for life which include the right to have water, shelter, to have food, and adequate healthcare facilities. The National human right commission of India is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights.