Question

The NHRC is a multi-member body consisting of a chairman and four members.

• 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 as below:

• A Chairperson should be retired Chief Justice of India.
• One member who is, or has been, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
• One member who is, or has been, the Chief Justice of a High Court.
• Two members to be appointed from among persons having knowledge of, or practical experience in, matters relating to human rights.
• In addition, the Chairpersons of four National Commissions (Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Women, and Minorities) serve as 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.