According to the National Human Rights Commission Act, 1993, who amongst the following can be its Chairman?

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Correct answer: Only a retired Chief Justice of India. The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC), established on October 12, 1993, under the Protection of Human Rights Act 1993, promotes and protects human rights in India. It investigates complaints, recommends actions, reviews policies, and advises the government. Option (c) is correct: Originally, the Protection of Human Rights Act 1993 allowed only a retired Chief Justice of India to be appointed as NHRC Chairperson. In 2019, this was amended to include retired Supreme Court judges as eligible candidates. 229

According to the National Human Rights Commission Act, 1993, who amongst the following can be its Chairman?

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