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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

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में न्यूनतम अनुभव में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा आवश्यक नहीं है?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में अंतिम निर्णय किसके द्वारा होता है?

भारतीय संविधान में मौलिक कर्तव्यों का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

केंद्रीय मंत्री की संख्या किस पर निर्भर करती है?

संघीय परिषद का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

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

What is the minimum number of members in the Lok Sabha?

न्यायपालिका के निर्णयों की binding प्रभावशीलता किस पर आधारित है?

Which of the following is a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President’s power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?