Question

Which of the following statements about PUCL is correct?

1. PUCL was established in 1976.
2. It was founded by Jayaprakash Narayan.
3. It is a government-appointed institution.

• A. All
• B. ii only
• C. ii, iii
• D. i, ii

Answer 1

Answer:

D. i, ii

• The People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) is one of the oldest and most prominent human rights organizations in India.

• PUCL was founded in 1976 - True. PUCL was formed in 1976 as a response to the violations of civil liberties in India during the Emergency.

• It was founded by Jayaprakash Narayanan - True.

• Prominent Indian freedom fighter and political leader J.P. Narayanan founded PUCL as a platform to protect civil liberties and democratic rights.

• It is a government-appointed body - False. PUCL is an independent, non-governmental organization.

• It acts as a civil society watchdog, monitoring government actions and advocating for human rights.

• Its role as a human rights defender requires independence from the government.