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For Mains Examination: GS II - Indian Polity - Important Organisations
Context:
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has taken suo motu cognizance of the media reports, carried on 19th and 21st August, 2024, about the two alleged incidents of food poisoning causing serious health problems in Andhra Pradesh. In one incident, reportedly, the health of 70 students was seriously affected due to food poisoning at Chittoor Apollo Health University. They are undergoing treatment at Chittoor Government Hospital. In the other incident, three children died and 37 fell ill after food poisoning at an orphanage in Anakapalli district. They are admitted to different hospitals in Anakapalli and Vishakhapatnam
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What is National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) ?
Functions and Powers of NHRC
Key takeaways:
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is an autonomous statutory body established in India to protect and promote human rights.
Here's a detailed overview:
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Establishment and Legal Framework:
- The NHRC was established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
- It is empowered to investigate complaints of human rights violations and take necessary actions.
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Functions:
- Investigate Complaints: NHRC can investigate complaints regarding human rights violations, either suo motu or based on complaints from individuals or groups.
- Monitor: It monitors the functioning of human rights institutions and the implementation of human rights laws and policies.
- Advise: It advises the government on human rights issues and recommends measures to prevent violations.
- Awareness and Education: It promotes human rights awareness and education through various programs and activities.
- Research and Reporting: NHRC conducts research on human rights issues and publishes reports to inform the public and government.
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Powers:
- Inquiry Powers: NHRC has the power to conduct inquiries and investigations into complaints of human rights violations.
- Recommendations: It can make recommendations to the government for corrective measures and reforms.
- Legal Action: While NHRC itself does not have judicial powers, it can recommend legal action or compensation for victims.
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Composition:
- NHRC is headed by a Chairperson, who is a retired Chief Justice of India or a retired Supreme Court judge.
- It includes other members, such as retired judges of the Supreme Court or High Courts, and experts in human rights, law, and social work.
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Jurisdiction: