Consider the following in regard to the powers and actions taken by the National Human Rights Commis...........

Indian Polity Statutory Bodies

Consider the following in regard to the powers and actions taken by the National Human Rights Commission:

1) NHRC has wide-ranging powers to investigate, recommend prosecutions, and award compensations for human rights violations.

2) NHRC can take any coercive measures and take action against persons or authorities who do not follow the guidelines laid down by it.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both

None

छोटे Courses बड़े Results

Master Statutory Bodies

Prepare through Micro-courses

Try Now

Explanation:

The functions of the commission are mainly recommendatory in nature.It has no power to punish the violators of human rights, nor to award any relief including monetary relief to the victim. Notably, its recommendations are not binding on the concerned government or authority. But, it should be informed about the action taken on its recommendations within one month.