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NHRC — Comprehensive Prelims Quiz

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State Accountability for Human Dignity: The NHRC and Its Role in Rights Protection•medium•16 questions•~15 min

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Question 01

easy

The National Human Rights Commission derives its existence from which of the following?

Question 02

easy

Which of the following correctly describes the eligibility condition for the Chairperson of the NHRC?

Question 03

medium

The appointment of the NHRC Chairperson is made by the President on the recommendation of a committee. Which of the following is NOT a member of that committee?

Question 04

medium

Consider the following statements about tenure and post-retirement restrictions for NHRC members: 1. They hold office for five years or until age 70, whichever is earlier. 2. After tenure, they are ineligible for appointment to any office under the Central government but may accept state government positions. Which of the above is/are correct?

Question 05

medium

Under what circumstances can the President remove the NHRC Chairperson on grounds of proved misbehaviour?

Question 06

medium

Which of the following is an ex-officio member of the NHRC?

Question 07

easy

The NHRC has the power to inquire into human rights violations. However, there is an important time restriction on this power. Which of the following is correct?

Question 08

medium

With respect to human rights violations by members of the armed forces, the NHRC's role is best described as:

Question 09

hard

Consider the following actions that the NHRC may take upon or during the completion of an inquiry: 1. Recommend payment of compensation to the victim 2. Directly award monetary relief to the victim from its own fund 3. Recommend initiation of prosecution against the guilty public servant 4. Approach the Supreme Court or a High Court for necessary directions Which of the above are correct?

Question 10

easy

What is the binding effect of the NHRC's recommendations on the government?

Question 11

medium

Which of the following was a key change introduced by the Protection of Human Rights (Amendment) Act, 2006 regarding jail visits?

Question 12

medium

The 2006 Amendment to the Protection of Human Rights Act reduced the composition of State Human Rights Commissions. Which of the following correctly states the change?

Question 13

medium

Which of the following statements about the NHRC's procedural powers is correct?

Question 14

hard

The 'international covenants' referenced in the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 primarily refers to which instruments adopted by the UN General Assembly?

Question 15

hard

Consider the following statements: 1. The NHRC can intervene in court proceedings where human rights violations are alleged. 2. The NHRC can promote human rights research and awareness but cannot engage with NGOs on this issue. 3. The NHRC submits its reports to both the Central government and the concerned state government. Which of the above is/are correct?

Question 16

hard

Which of the following reforms was introduced by the 2006 Amendment to clarify the institutional structure of the NHRC?

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