SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 49

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2019 - 17 Jan 2019 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q49

In which city did the National Human Rights Commission celebrate its silver jubilee on October 12, 2018?

 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. New Delhi.

 

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) celebrated its silver jubilee (25‑year milestone) on October 12, 2018, and the events were held in New Delhi. The three‑day celebrations commenced with a foundation day function at Vigyan Bhawan, followed by a Human Rights Mela and street‑theatre festival at Central Park in Connaught Place, and concluded with a Human Rights Walk at Nehru Park, also in New Delhi. This high‑profile event—the first of its kind by NHRC—was addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and included release of a commemorative stamp, a new NHRC website launch, and public engagement through cultural programmes to raise awareness on human rights issues.