Functions
TPHRA mandates the NHRC to perform the following functions:
- proactively or reactively inquire into violations of human rights or negligence in the prevention of such violation by a public servant
- visit any jail or other institution under the control of the State Government, where persons are detained or lodged for purposes of treatment, reformation or protection, for the study of the living conditions of the inmates and make recommendations
- review the safeguards provided by or under the Constitution or any law for the time being in force for the protection of human rights and recommend measures for their effective implementation
- To Provide internships
- review the factors, including acts of terrorism that inhibit the enjoyment of human rights and recommend appropriate remedial measures
- study treaties and other international instruments on human rights and make recommendations for their effective implementation
- undertake and promote research in the field of human rights
- spread literacy among various sections of society and promote awareness of the safeguards available for the protection of these rights through publications, the media, seminars and other available means
- encourage the efforts of NGOs and institutions working in the field of human rights.
- such other function as it may consider it necessary for the protection of human rights.
- take suo motu action, if required in a case if the victim is not in a position to access a court.
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