Question

Consider the following statements:

1. Chairpersons of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) are appointed by the President of India.

2. Only the President of India can remove the chairpersons of NHRC and SHRC.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Both 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Although the chairperson and members of a State Human Rights Commission are appointed by the governor they can only be removed by the President (and not by the Governor).

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