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State Human Rights Commission — UPSC Prelims Quiz

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Rights Protection Below the National Level: State Human Rights Commissions and Their Scope•medium•16 questions•~14 min

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Question 01

easy

The State Human Rights Commission derives its existence from which legislative instrument?

Question 02

easy

The SHRC can inquire into human rights violations only with reference to subjects in which of the following Schedules/Lists?

Question 03

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Who among the following is NOT an eligible candidate to be appointed as a member (not Chairperson) of a State Human Rights Commission?

Question 04

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The Chairperson of a State Human Rights Commission is appointed by the Governor on the recommendation of a committee. Which of the following is NOT a member of that recommending committee in a state with a unicameral legislature?

Question 05

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Although the Chairperson of a State Human Rights Commission is appointed by the Governor, who has the authority to remove them from office?

Question 06

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For removal of the Chairperson or a member of the SHRC on grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity, which body must conduct an inquiry before the President can act?

Question 07

easy

What is the tenure of the Chairperson of a State Human Rights Commission?

Question 08

medium

After the expiry of their term, the members of the State Human Rights Commission are:

Question 09

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Which of the following is NOT among the statutory functions of a State Human Rights Commission?

Question 10

easy

The State Human Rights Commission cannot inquire into a matter after the expiry of how long from the date of the alleged violation?

Question 11

medium

Which of the following correctly describes the nature of the SHRC's recommendations?

Question 12

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Within how many days must the concerned authority inform the SHRC about action taken on its recommendations?

Question 13

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Consider the following statements about Human Rights Courts established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993: 1. They are set up at the district level for speedy trial of human rights violations. 2. They can be established by the state government without any external concurrence. 3. A special public prosecutor must be designated, who must have practiced as an advocate for at least seven years. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Question 14

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If a case involving a human rights violation is already being inquired into by the NHRC, the SHRC of the concerned state will:

Question 15

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The annual and special reports of the State Human Rights Commission are submitted to which authority, and where are they subsequently placed?

Question 16

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Which of the following steps can the SHRC take during or after an inquiry? 1. Recommend payment of compensation to the victim 2. Directly award monetary relief to the victim 3. Approach the Supreme Court or High Court for necessary directions 4. Recommend interim relief to the victim

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