Under which act was the NHRC established?

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AThe Indian Constitution Act

BThe Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993

CThe Universal Declaration of Human Rights

DThe National Human Rights Act, 2006

Answer:

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and UDHR

The NHRC was established on October 12, 1993, under the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA), 1993, amended in 2006 and 2019
It serves as India’s watchdog for rights related to life, liberty, equality, and dignity, as guaranteed by the Indian Constitution and international covenants like the UDHR.

Related Questions:

Which of the following statement/s are incorrect regarding the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)

It was established on October 12, 1993
It is a multi-member body with a chairperson, five full-time Members, and seven deemed Members.
It can investigate grievances regarding the violation of human rights either suo moto or after receiving a petition.
It was established in conformity with the Paris Principles
The NHRC also have the power to enforce decisions or punish violators of human rights

Identify the incorrect statement(s) regarding the National Human Rights Commission :

The commission have he power of prosectuion
The commission can visit to jails to study the conditions of inmates
Justice Shri Ranganath Misra was the first Chairpersom of NHRC
The National Human Rights Commission of India was established on 12 October, 1993