Q. Consider the following statements regarding the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC):
1.The NHRC is a constitutional body established under Article 338 of the Constitution.
2.The Chairman of the NHRC must be a retired Chief Justice of India.
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:

  • NHRC is not a constitutional body. It is a statutory body created under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, not under Article 338 (which pertains to the National Commission for SCs).
  • The Chairman of NHRC must be a retired Chief Justice of India.

Source: Laxmikant (Polity)

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