Q. With reference to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), consider the following statements:
1.It is a constitutional body.
2.The Chairperson and members serve for a term of three years or until the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.
3.The salaries, allowances, and service conditions of the Chairperson and members are determined by the Parliament of India.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is incorrect: NHRC is a statutory body, not a constitutional body.
  • Statement 2 is correct: Tenure is 3 years or up to 70 years of age.
  • Statement 3 is incorrect: Service conditions are determined by the Central Government, not Parliament.

Source- TOI

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