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Consider the following statements regarding the State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993:1.The chairperson and members of the SHRC are appointed by the Governor on the recommendation of a state selection committee.2.Once appointed, the chairperson or members of an SHRC can be removed from office by the Governor of the concerned state.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only
B Both 1 and 2
C Neither 1 nor 2
D 2 only

Correct answer: (a) 1 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct because SHRC members and chairpersons are appointed by the Governor based on recommendations from a state-level selection committee. Statement 2 is incorrect because, despite being appointed by the Governor, they can only be removed by the President of India on specific grounds.

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