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State Human Rights Commission (SHRC)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Mirrors the NHRC at the state level to address violations within state jurisdiction. Chaired by a former Chief Justice of a High Court, it examines human rights abuses involving police or other state agencies. It can inspect prisons, recommend measures to prevent custodial torture or exploitation, and propose policy changes. Although it enhances local accountability, its effectiveness hinges on government cooperation and resource allocation. Limited powers to enforce orders hamper impact. Still, SHRC provides a closer forum for citizens to seek redressal, complementing NHRC’s broader national oversight. Adequate staffing and supportive state policy can boost its efficacy in safeguarding rights.

Practice Questions

संसद सदस्यों की योग्यता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

Which of the following is a provision related to the financial powers of the Parliament?

Who was the first President of India?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliament?

What is the procedure for impeachment of the President of India?

संसद के अध्यक्ष को किस नाम से जाना जाता है?

संविधान सभा की अंतिम बैठक किस वर्ष हुई थी?

न्यायिक समीक्षा का सिद्धांत किसके द्वारा समर्थित है?

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

भारतीय सर्वोच्च न्यायालय का गठन किस आधार पर हुआ?