Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The Global Alliance for National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) is responsible for reviewing and accrediting National Human Rights Institutions in compliance with the Paris Principles every five years.
2.National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) can represent India at the UN Human Rights Council even if it has not been accredited by the GANHRI.
Select the correct answer form the code given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] )2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is correct. GANHRI is responsible for reviewing and accrediting National Human Rights Institutions in compliance with the Paris Principles every five years.

Statement 2 is incorrect. Without the accreditation, NHRC will be unable to represent India at the UN Human Rights Council.

Source: ForumIAS

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