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With reference to National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), consider the following statements :

1. Only a retired Chief Justice of India can become chairman of NHRC.

2. The chairman can be reappointed for any further government post.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

1 only

2 only

Both

Neither

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Explanation:

Concerning the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), the statements are as follows:

Only a retired Chief Justice of India can become chairman of NHRC.
- Correct. The chairman of the NHRC is typically a retired Chief Justice of India.
The chairman can be reappointed for any further government post.
- Incorrect. The chairman is not eligible for further employment under the government after the term as NHRC chairman.

The NHRC (National Human Rights Commission) consists of:

1. A Chairperson, should be retired Chief Justice of India
2. One Member who is, or has been, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India
3. One Member who is, or has been, the Chief Justice of a High Court
4. 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 and ST 3.Women) serve as ex officio members.