Which of the following statements about National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is/are correct?
- 1. It is an alternative non-judicial channel.
- 2. Victims of human rights violations can seek reparation through NHRC.
- 3. It cannot grant immediate relief.
- 4. It has the direct power of enforcement.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 only
1 and 2 only
1, 2 and 4
2, 3 and 4
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This question was previously asked in
UPSC CAPF – 2012
Statement 2 is correct: NHRC can recommend reparation, including monetary compensation, to victims of human rights violations.
Statement 3 is generally considered correct in the sense that NHRC’s power is recommendatory; it cannot issue binding orders for immediate relief like a court of law. However, it can recommend interim measures. Given the options, the intended meaning is likely that it lacks the power to *grant* enforceable immediate relief.
Statement 4 is incorrect: NHRC is a recommendatory body. It does not have direct enforcement powers; it relies on the government to implement its recommendations.
It can recommend compensation and other measures for victims.
It lacks judicial powers to issue binding orders or enforce its recommendations directly.