National Human Rights Commission MCQ

What is the primary objective of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India?

a) Enforcing criminal laws

b) Promoting human rights awareness

c) Regulating the economy

d) Implementing foreign policies

In which year was the NHRC of India established?

a) 1976

b) 1986

c) 1993

d) 2001

Who appoints the Chairperson and members of the NHRC?

a) President of India

b) Prime Minister

c) Chief Justice of India

d) Parliament

What is the tenure of the Chairperson and members of the NHRC?

a) 3 years

b) 5 years

c) 7 years

d) 10 years

Which of the following statements about the NHRC is true?

a) It only investigates cases related to human rights violations by the government.

b) It has the power to inquire into violations of human rights by public servants.

c) It operates independently of the government and reports only to the President.

d) Its jurisdiction is limited to specific regions of India.

What is the role of the NHRC in cases of custodial violence?

a) It has no jurisdiction over custodial violence cases.

b) It can only recommend action to the concerned state government.

c) It can conduct investigations and recommend prosecution against the perpetrators.

d) It can directly intervene and arrest the perpetrators.

Who can approach the NHRC to file a complaint regarding human rights violations?

a) Only Indian citizens

b) Only government officials

c) Any individual, including foreigners

d) Only registered NGOs

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the NHRC to protect and promote human rights?

a) Article 19

b) Article 21

c) Article 32

d) Article 42

What is the jurisdiction of the NHRC with regard to human rights violations?

a) Limited to cases involving political rights violations

b) Limited to cases involving religious rights violations

c) Extends to all matters relating to human rights violations

d) Limited to cases involving economic rights violations

What action can the NHRC take upon finding evidence of human rights violations?

a) It can directly punish the accused.

b) It can only issue recommendations to the concerned authorities.

c) It can file a case in the Supreme Court.

d) It can impose fines on the accused.

Which of the following is NOT a power of the NHRC?

a) Summoning witnesses

b) Conducting investigations

c) Issuing arrest warrants

d) Making recommendations to the government

What is the procedure for filing a complaint with the NHRC?

a) Complaints can only be filed in person at the NHRC office.

b) Complaints must be filed within 30 days of the occurrence of the violation .

c) Complaints can be filed online, by post, or in person.

d) Complaints must be filed through a lawyer.

Which international convention formed the basis for the establishment of the NHRC?

a) United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child

b) Geneva Conventions

c) Universal Declaration of Human Rights

d) International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

What is the primary function of the NHRC in cases of discrimination based on caste, religion, or gender?

a) It can provide compensation to the victims.

b) It can issue guidelines to prevent future discrimination.

c) It can take punitive action against the perpetrators.

d) It can only mediate between the parties involved.

What is the NHRC's role in cases of bonded labor and human trafficking?

a) It can provide rehabilitation to the victims.

b) It can prosecute the traffickers.

c) It can recommend compensation to the victims.

d) It has no jurisdiction over such cases.

Which of the following statements about the NHRC's annual reports is true?

a) They are only submitted to the President of India.

b) They are published in English only.

c) They contain statistical data on human rights violations.

d) They are not made available to the public.

What is the NHRC's role in cases of environmental degradation affecting human rights?

a) It can initiate legal action against polluting industries.

b) It can conduct environmental impact assessments.

c) It can only recommend measures to the government.

d) It has no jurisdiction over environmental matters.

Which international organization works closely with the NHRC to promote human rights in India?

a) World Health Organization (WHO)

b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

c) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

d) Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)

How does the NHRC ensure compliance with its recommendations by the concerned authorities?

a) Through legal enforcement mechanisms

b) Through financial incentives

c) Through public awareness campaigns

d) Through diplomatic channels

What is the NHRC's role in cases of violence against women and children?

a) It can provide shelter to the victims.

b) It can prosecute the perpetrators.

c) It can recommend compensation and rehabilitation measures.

d) It has no jurisdiction over such cases.