Question

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is not a constitutional body.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

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. Some of its functions are as below:

1. Review the safeguards provided by or under the Constitution or any law for the time being in force for the protection of human rights and recommend measures for their effective implementation.
2. Review the factors, including acts of terrorism that inhibit the enjoyment of human rights and recommend appropriate remedial measures.
3. Study treaties and other international instruments on human rights and make recommendations for their effective implementation.
4. Undertake and promote research in the field of human rights.