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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

न्यायाधीशों की नियुक्ति में किस समिति की सिफारिश ली जाती है?

न्यायपालिका की नियुक्ति में पुनरीक्षण किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

संविधान संशोधन के लिए मतदान कितनी बार किया जाता है?

In India, the power to declare war and peace is vested in which of the following?

Who among the following is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

न्यायिक समीक्षा किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliamentary System?