Consider the following statements regarding the composition of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) after the Protection of Human Rights (Amendment) Act, 2019: 1. A person who has been a Judge of the Supreme Court can also be appointed as the Chairperson of the NHRC. 2. The number of members to be appointed who have knowledge of, or practical experience in, matters relating to human rights has been increased from two to three, of whom at least one must be a woman. 3. The chairpersons of the National Commission for Backward Classes and the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights are ex-officio members of the NHRC. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Options:

  • A: 1 and 2 only
  • B: 2 and 3 only
  • C: 1 and 3 only
  • D: 1, 2 and 3

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