Under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 (prior to the 2019 amendment): A) Chairman holds office for a term of five years or until age 70, whichever is earlier. (Correct) B) Members hold office for a term of five years or until age 70, whichever is earlier. (Correct) C) Member is eligible for re-appointment for another term of five years. (Statement C says NOT eligible - thus incorrect) D) Chairperson or a Member is ineligible for further employment under the Government of India or any State Government after ceasing to hold office. (Correct)
Which of the following statement is not correct in relation to Protection of Human Rights Act ?
Asked in MPPSC CS Prelims 2019 · Topic: Lokpal and Important Commissions (National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and State Human Rights Commissions (SHRC))
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Answer: C. Member is not eligible for re-appointment for another term of five years
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