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This body was established in 1993, with Justice Ranganath Mishra as its first Chairman. Identify the body, describe its composition, and explain its functions.

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Instructions: Identify the body and discuss its composition and functions.

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Identification of the Body:
  • The body being referred to is the National Human Rights Commission, which was established after the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 was passed in Parliament.
  • Justice Ranganath Mishra was its first Chairman.
Composition of the NHRC:
  • It is led by a Chairman and five other members, appointed by the President of India.
  • The Chairman should be a retired judge of the Supreme Court.
  • The other members should be retired or present judges of the High Court.
  • The Commission also has 7 ex-officio members.
Functions of the NHRC:
  • Addresses complaints of human rights violations in India.
  • Visits prisons and ensures that the inmates live under humane conditions.
  • Issues directives to various organisations to protect and ensure human rights.
  • Promotes voluntary organisations that work to protect human rights.

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