Q. With reference to the National Human Rights Commission, consider the following statements:
1. Only a retired Chief Justice of India can become the chairperson of the commission.
2. The term of office of members is three years or 70 years of age, whichever is earlier.
3. Its members are not eligible for further employment under the Central or a state government after their tenure.
How many statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Exp) Option b is the correct answer
Statement 1 is incorrect. The National Human Rights Commission is a multi-member body consisting of a chairperson and five members. The chairperson should be a retired chief justice of India or a judge of the Supreme Court.
Statement 2 is correct. The chairperson and members hold office for a term of three years or until they attain the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.
Statement 3 is correct. After their tenure, the chairperson and members are not eligible for further employment under the Central or a state government.
