NHRC: Ex-officio members - Indian polity and Governance
Q. Which of the following are ex-officio members of NHRC?
1. Chairmen of National Commission for Scheduled Caste
2. Chairmen of National Commission for Scheduled Tribes
3. Chairmen of National Commission for Minorities
4. Chairmen of National Commission for Women- Published on 05 May 15a. 1,2,3
b. 2,3,4
c. 1,3,4
d. All
ANSWER: All
The NHRC (National Human Rights Commission) consists of: A Chairperson, One Member who is, or has been, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India ,One Member who is, or has been, the Chief Justice of a High Court ,Two Members to be appointed from among persons having knowledge of, or practical experience in, matters relating to human rights. In addition, the Chairpersons of four National Commissions of ( 1.Minorities 2.SC 3.ST 4.Women) serve as ex officio members.
