what is meant by Human right commission ?What is the objectives and purpose of it?
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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India is a Statutory public body constituted on 12 October 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Ordinance of 28 September 1993.[1] It was given a statutory basis by the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 (TPHRA).[2] The NHRC is the National Human Rights Commission of India,[3] responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights, defined by the Act as "Rights Relating To Life, liberty, equality and dignity of the individual guaranteed by the Constitution or embodied in the International Covenants".
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Mission & Objectives
To promote e-Governance for empowering citizens, promoting the inclusive and sustainable growth of the Electronics, IT & ITeS industries, enhancing India’s role in Internet Governance, adopting a multipronged approach that includes development of human resources, promoting R&D and innovation, enhancing efficiency through digital services and ensuring a secure cyber space.
proactively or reactively inquire into violations of government of India human rights or negligence in the prevention of such violation by a public servant
by leave of the court, to intervene in court proceeding relating to human rights
make recommendations about granting relief to the victims and their families.
review the safeguards provided by or under the Constitution or any law for the time being in force for the protection of human rights and recommend measures for their effective implementation
review the factors, including acts of terrorism that inhibit the enjoyment of human rights and recommend appropriate remedial measures
to study treaties and other international instruments on human rights and make recommendations for their effective implementation
undertake and promote research in the field of human rights
engage in human rights education among various sections of society and promote awareness of the safeguards available for the protection of these rights through publications, the media, seminars and other available means
encourage the efforts of NGOs and institutions congress to working in the field of human rights.
such other function as it may consider it necessary for the protection of human rights.
requisitioning any public record or copy thereof from any court or office.
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Human rights and freedoms are protected and enhanced through the efforts of the Commission. These rights and freedoms include but not limited to:
Rights to freedom from torture
Rights to freedom from cruel or inhumane or degrading treatment
Rights against arbitrary arrest or imprisonment
Rights against invasion of one’s home
Freedom of thought
Freedom of assembly and speech
Freedom of press.
Our objectives are to promote human rights by following means:
Monitoring the abuse of human rights
Obtaining redress for victims of human rights abuse
Research into human rights issues
Providing technical advice to governments and others on human rights matters
Contributing to sound administration of human rights law
Raising awareness of human rights issues
Promoting public support for human rights
Promoting public support for human rights among individuals and corporations
International advocacy of human rights
and Eliminating infringement of human rights.