Question

National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) is the statutory body that monitors the implementation of the Act across the country. Who among the following is the current chairman of NCPCR?

• A. Shantha Sinha
• B. Yashwant Jain
• C. Amod Kanth
• D. Nina Nayak

Hint:

Remember: Shantha Sinha was the first Chairperson of NCPCR. The body works for child rights protection and monitoring child laws.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: About NCPCR. The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights was set up under the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights Act, 2005.
Step 2: First chairperson. Shantha Sinha, a noted child rights activist and Ramon Magsaysay awardee, became the first Chairperson of NCPCR in 2007.
Step 3: Eliminate other options. - Yashwant Jain → Member of NCPCR, not Chairman.
- Amod Kanth → Worked in child welfare NGOs but not NCPCR head.
- Nina Nayak → Vice-Chairperson, not Chairperson.
Step 4: Conclude. Hence, the correct answer is Shantha Sinha. \[ \boxed{\text{Shantha Sinha}} \]