Q12 · UPSC current affairs · 10 October 2026 · News · Navi Pillay Nobel Peace Prize 2026

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Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay, recipient of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, is prominently known for her prior high-profile role as which of the following?

A UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
B Director-General of the World Health Organization
C President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)
D Secretary-General of the United Nations

Correct answer: (a) UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

Explanation

Option A is correct because Navi Pillay served as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights before being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her work in international law and human rights. Options A, C, and D name different global leadership positions.

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