National Commission for Protection of Child Rights

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights was established in 2007 under the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005, passed by the Indian Parliament in 2005. It was formed in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution for the protection of child rights and the UN Declaration on the Rights of the Child. According to this Act, the age limit of children is up to 18 years. The Commission began its work on 5 March 2007. The objective of the Commission is to effectively implement the rights of children and ensure proper implementation of laws and programmes for children. It has six members including the Chairman. Its headquarters is in New Delhi.

UPSC/PSC Questions

1. National Commission for Protection of Child Rights was established in - 2007

2. Number of members of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights - Six members including the Chairman

3. Headquarters of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights - New Delhi

4. First Chairperson of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights - Shanta Sinha (2007–2013)