NHRC, India holds Statutory Full Commission Meeting in New Delhi
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India organized a Statutory Full Commission meeting in New Delhi with representatives of all seven deemed members to enhance synergy and cooperation in protecting human rights. Chaired by Justice Shri V. Ramasubramanian, the meeting discussed collaborative functioning, appointing a Nodal Officer, addressing issues like the rehabilitation of mentally ill women in begging, and welfare policies for persons with disabilities. Representatives from various national commissions shared their respective initiatives, challenges, and recommendations for joint actions.
Why It Matters
This is relevant for UPSC and state-PSC aspirants studying Indian polity, governance, and statutory bodies like the NHRC and other national commissions.
In Simple Words
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) held a Statutory Full Commission meeting in New Delhi with representatives from all seven deemed members. The goal was to build better cooperation for promoting and protecting human rights across India.
Discussions covered appointing a Nodal Officer, sharing best practices, conducting joint fact-finding, and addressing specific challenges such as the rehabilitation of mentally ill women engaged in begging, welfare gaps for persons with disabilities, and child protection issues.
Key Points
- The NHRC organised a Statutory Full Commission meeting in New Delhi.
- Justice Shri V. Ramasubramanian chaired the meeting as the Chairperson of NHRC, India.
- Chairpersons of all National Commissions are ex-officio Members of the NHRC.
- The meeting included representatives from all seven deemed members of the Commission.
- NCPCR highlighted the rescue and rehabilitation of over 8,000 children in a campaign mode.
- NCM noted that only 18 States have established State Minority Commissions so far.
- NHRC will organise a training programme for investigation officers starting 30th September 2026.
- Shri Piyush Goyal serves as the Secretary General of NHRC, India.
Exam Angle
A. Justice Shri V. Ramasubramanian
Source: Press Information Bureau