Who among the following has the power to remove the Chairperson or any other Member of a State Human Rights Commission? 

The correct answer is President of India.

Key Points

• The power to remove the Chairperson or any other Member of a State Human Rights Commission lies with the President of India.
• This authority is outlined in the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
• The President of India can remove the members on grounds of proven misbehavior or incapacity.
• The removal process involves an inquiry conducted by the Supreme Court of India.
• The State Human Rights Commission is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights at the state level.
• The Human Rights Act provides a detailed procedure for the appointment and removal of members to ensure accountability and integrity.

 Additional Information

• Governor of State
  • The Governor is the constitutional head of a state in India but does not have the authority to remove the members of the State Human Rights Commission.
  • The Governor plays a role in the appointment of the Chairperson and members based on recommendations.
• Chief Justice of India
  • The Chief Justice of India heads the judiciary but does not hold the power to remove members of the State Human Rights Commission.
  • The Chief Justice may be involved in the inquiry process regarding misbehavior or incapacity of members.
• Union Home Minister
  • The Union Home Minister is responsible for internal security and governance but does not have the authority to remove members of the State Human Rights Commission.
  • The Union Home Ministry may be involved in administrative aspects related to human rights but not in the removal process.