What is the total full-time strength of personnels in the National Human Rights Commission, India?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Chairperson and five members

Explanation:

•  The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is a multi-member body comprising a Chairperson and five members.
• The Chairperson should either be a retired Chief Justice of India or a judge of the Supreme Court.

Information Booster:

•  The NHRC was established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, and serves as a guardian of human rights in India.
• The Commission works independently to investigate human rights violations and promotes the protection of life, liberty, equality, and dignity as per the Constitution of India and international covenants.
• The members include a sitting or retired judge of the Supreme Court, a sitting or retired Chief Justice of a High Court, and three individuals (with at least one being a woman) who possess knowledge or practical experience in human rights.
• In addition to these, there are seven ex-officio members, such as the chairpersons of national commissions like the National Commission for Minorities and the National Commission for Women, among others.
• The composition is designed to ensure a broad and inclusive representation to address human rights issues effectively.​