The chairman and members of the National Human Rights Commission hold office for a term of _______ or until they attain the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.

Four years

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Five years

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Six years

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Solution

The correct option is C Five years
NHRC is a statutory body constituted in 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. It consists of a Chairman, four members and four ex-officio members. The chairman and members hold office for a term of five years or until they attain the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier. After their tenure, the chairman and members are not eligible for further employment under the central or state government.

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