IAS 2018 : Prelims Special Current Affairs – Volume 3

IAS Prelims Special Current Affairs Volume 3 for GS

Prelims Special Current Affairs A five-member team of National Human Rights Commission reached Koraput district of Odisha to probe the alleged gang rape and suicide of a minor girl near Kunduli. Hereby, discussing the composition role and powers of NHRC. Polity & Governance Underlined Concepts 1. About NHRC The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) was established on October 12, 1993. 2. Composition The NHRC consists of: a.  A Chairperson. b. One Member who is, or has been, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India. c. One Member who is, or has been, the Chief Justice of a High Court. d.  Two Members to be appointed from among persons having knowledge of, or practical experience in, matters relating to human rights.