A
Chief Human Rights Commissioner
B
Attorney General of India
C
Cabinet Secretary
D
Director General of Police
Correct answer: (d) Director General of Police
Explanation
The Investigative Division, which functions as the field investigation wing of the NHRC to probe rights violations, is headed by a Director General of Police. Options B, C, and D are incorrect designations and do not head this specific division.
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