Question 15GS2GS1
एल एच आर सी (NHRC) को न केवल एक निगरानी संस्था होना चाहिए, बल्कि लोकतंत्र का एक आशान्वय, दलितों और सामाजिक लोगों के लिए आशा का बीकन होना चाहिए। इस संदर्भ में, भारत में राष्ट्रीय मानवाधिकार आयोग (NHRC) की भूमिका और कार्यकारिता को समझाइए। "The NHRC must not only be a watchdog but also a beacon of hope for the marginalised and oppressed." In this context discuss the role and ideals of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in India. How does the current composition and functioning of the NHRC affect its independence and effectiveness? (Answer in 250 words, 15 marks)
Introduction
The National Human Rights Act, 1993 establishes NHRC as the beacon of hope for the uplift and compliance of India's commitment to Universal Declaration of human rights.
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Role and Mandate of NHRC:
1Investigating in cases of human rights violation and preparation of reports for same.
Eg: NHRC investigated the cases of worker's rights violation during commonwealth games.
2Periodic visit and surveys to assess the conditions of weak and vulnerable.
Eg: NHRC's reports on prison under trivals.
3NHRC's also conducts suo moto inquiries of PIL petitions to strengthen the cause of petitioners.
4NHRC is responsible for representing India at the summits of UN for human rights violations.
5Provides policy inputs for government mechanism to ensure safety of human rights.
Eg: NHRC's involvement in NOSTES 'NAMASTE' scheme for manual scavenging.
Composition of NHRC and its Independence and Effectiveness:
Composition => CM of NHRC => Retired Judge of Supreme/High Court
=> 6 members => Judges policy experts
Eg: officio number:
(a) CM of NGCC
(b) " ", NCST
(c) " ", NCBC
(d) " ", NCW
(e) " ", Person with disabilities
(f) " ", Minority Inguistic officer
— Ritika Chitlangia
163 words3 paragraphs
- Good introduction establishing the constitutional basis
- Clear identification of NHRC's key mandates
- Relevant use of specific examples
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Ritika Chitlangia
Subject & Paper
GS2GS1
Topic
National Institutions
National Human Rights Commission
Role and effectiveness of NHRC
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