Q. Consider the following statements regarding the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC):
1.A sitting Supreme Court judge can be appointed as a member of the NHRC only after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
2.The conditions of service of NHRC members can be altered by the Central Government even after their appointment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation

  • A sitting judge of the Supreme Court or a Chief Justice of a High Court can be appointed to NHRC only after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, as per the Act.
  • The conditions of service (like salary and allowances) cannot be varied to the disadvantage of a member after appointment, ensuring independence.

Source: Laxmikant (Polity)

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