Q1. What is the primary function of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 4
Explanation
The primary function of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission is to inquire into violations of human rights or negligence in their prevention by a public servant.
Q2. Which of the following is NOT a power of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 2
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission cannot directly order compensation to victims; it can only recommend it.
Q3. Who heads the committee for the appointment of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Chief Minister of Rajasthan heads the committee for the appointment of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission.
Q4. To whom does the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission submit its annual report?
Answer 1
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission submits its annual report to the State Government of Rajasthan.
Q5. The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can suo motu (on its own motion) inquire into human rights violations. This power is derived from:
Answer 4
Explanation
The power of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission to suo motu inquire into human rights violations is derived from the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
Q6. Who among the following is NOT a member of the committee that recommends the appointment of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 2
Explanation
The Chief Justice of the High Court is not a member of the appointment committee; the Chief Minister, Speaker, Leader of Opposition, and Home Minister are members.
Q7. Which of the following is a key limitation of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 2
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission cannot investigate matters related to the armed forces; such matters fall under the purview of the National Human Rights Commission.
Q8. The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can investigate human rights violations related to subjects enumerated in which lists of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution?
Answer 1
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can investigate human rights violations related to subjects enumerated in the State List and Concurrent List.
Q9. A person having knowledge of or practical experience in matters relating to human rights can be appointed as a Member of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission. This provision was added by which amendment?
Answer 2
Explanation
The provision that a person having knowledge of or practical experience in matters relating to human rights can be appointed as a Member was added by the Protection of Human Rights (Amendment) Act, 2006.
Q10. A Member of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission must be a person who has been a District Judge in Rajasthan with at least how many years of experience?
Answer 2
Explanation
A Member of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission must be a person who has been a District Judge in Rajasthan with at least 7 years of experience.
Q11. Where is the headquarters of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission located?
Answer 2
Explanation
The headquarters of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission is located in Jaipur.
Q12. The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can inquire into a matter within what time frame from the date of occurrence of the violation?
Answer 1
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can inquire into a matter within one year from the date of occurrence of the violation.
Q13. When was the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission (RSHRC) constituted?
Answer 2
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission was constituted on 18 January 2000.
Q14. The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission has the power to call for information or report from the state government or any other authority subordinate thereto. This power is similar to that of a:
Answer 1
Explanation
The power of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission to call for information or report is similar to that of a Civil Court.
Q15. Which of the following is NOT a function of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 4
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission cannot directly prosecute individuals; it can only recommend prosecution.
Q16. What is the tenure of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 4
Explanation
The tenure of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission is 3 years or until the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.
Q17. Which of the following statements about the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission is correct?
Answer 4
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission has the powers of a civil court while inquiring into complaints.
Q18. The Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are eligible for re-appointment?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are not eligible for re-appointment.
Q19. Under which act was the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission established?
Answer 1
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission was established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
Q20. The recommendations of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are:
Answer 4
Explanation
The recommendations of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are advisory in nature.
Q21. Which section of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 deals with the constitution of State Human Rights Commissions?
Answer 1
Explanation
Section 21 of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 deals with the constitution of State Human Rights Commissions.
Q22. Who can be appointed as the Chairperson of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 1
Explanation
A retired Chief Justice or a retired Judge of a High Court can be appointed as the Chairperson of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission.
Q23. What is the composition of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission as per the latest amendments?
Answer 3
Explanation
As per the latest amendments, the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission consists of one Chairperson and two Members.
Q24. Who appoints the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 2
Explanation
The Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are appointed by the Governor of Rajasthan.
Q25. What is the maximum age limit for the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 3
Explanation
The maximum age limit for the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission is 70 years.
Q26. Who can remove the Chairperson or any Member of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission?
Answer 3
Explanation
The President of India can remove the Chairperson or any Member of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission.
Q27. The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can recommend interim relief to the victim or his family. This power is:
Answer 3
Explanation
The power of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission to recommend interim relief is advisory in nature.
Q28. The Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are appointed by the Governor on the recommendation of a committee. Who is NOT a member of this committee?
Answer 3
Explanation
The Chief Secretary of the State is not a member of the appointment committee for the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission.
Q29. The salaries, allowances, and other conditions of service of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are determined by the:
Answer 1
Explanation
The salaries, allowances, and other conditions of service of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission are determined by the State Government of Rajasthan.
Q30. The Chairperson of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can be removed by the President on grounds of:
Answer 1
Explanation
The Chairperson of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission can be removed by the President on grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity.
Q31. The Chairperson of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission, after demitting office, is eligible for employment under:
Answer 2
Explanation
The Chairperson of the Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission, after demitting office, is not eligible for further employment under the Central or any State Government.
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