Functions, Duties and Powers of National Human Rights Commission

Article
249
Title
Functions, Duties and Powers of National Human Rights Commission
Category
other
Description

Article 249 mandates the Commission to protect and promote human rights. It empowers the Commission to investigate human rights violations and recommend legal action or compensation against the perpetrators.

Practice questions

  1. Which of the following actions is the National Human Rights Commission authorised to take before recommending legal action or compensation against perpetrators?

  2. What action is the National Human Rights Commission empowered to recommend regarding perpetrators of human rights violations?

  3. What is the primary responsibility of the National Human Rights Commission as per Article 249?

  4. Which specific article of the Constitution mandates the National Human Rights Commission to protect and promote human rights?

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