this explain the basic concept of Human Rights and also explains national human right commission

1. Human Rights
&
National Commission of Human Right
Mahesh Jaiwantrao Patil
M.A. (Political Science), M.Phil, NET, SET.
Assistant Professor
Narayanrao Chavan Law College, Nanded,
Maharashtra, India
Cell No.(+91) 09860816313.

2. Introduction
 Human beings are rational beings. They
by virtue of their being human possess
certain basic and inalienable rights
which are commonly known as human
rights. They become operative with the
birth.
 Human Rights are inherent in all the
individuals irrespective of their caste,
religion , sex and nationality.

3.  These rights are essential for all the
individuals as they are consonant with their
freedom and dignity and physical, moral
,social and spiritual welfare
 They are essential as they provide suitable
condition for the material and moral uplift of
the people.
 Every human being is entitled to some
basic rights.

4. Meaning
 Human Rights are those rights which
are essential forms to live as human
beings. Without Human Rights, we can
not fully develop ourselves and use our
human qualities, our intelligence, our
talent and our spirituality.
 Human rights are as those minimum
rights which every individuals must have
against the State or other authority.

5. Types of Human Rights
 Civil Rights
1. Right to life
2. Right to persona liberty.
3. Right to security.
4. Right to privacy.
5. Right to home
6. Right to own property.
7. Right to freedom from torture.
8. Right to freedom from inhuman
treatment.

6. Political Rights
1. Right to thought
2. Right to religion
3. Right to freedom of movement.
4. Right to participate in the Government.
5. Right to vote.
6. Right to be elected in election.
7. Right to take part in the conduct of public
office.
8. Right to choose public representative.
9. Right to equal consideration before the law.
10. Right to peaceful assembly and association.
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7.  Economic, social & cultural Rights
1. Right to adequate food , clothing &
housing.
2. right to adequate standard of living.
3. Right to freedom from hunger.
4. Right to work.
5. Right to social security.
6. Right to physical and mental health
7. Right to education.
8. Right to self determination or physical
protection.
9. Right to free from discrimination
10. Right to free from slavery.
11. Right to rest.

8. National Human Right
Commission
 It has 8 members.
 It is headed by Chairperson who has been the
former CJI of Supreme Court, appointed by
President of India on the recommendations of
a six members of Committee headed by PM.
 Other members who have been retired or
sitting judges of Supreme Court.
 Two prominent persons having knowledge or
practical experience in human right.
 Chairpersons of National Commission for
Minorities, SCs, STs and Women.

9. Powers and Functions
 To inquire on a petition presented to it by a Victim.
 To intervene in any proceeding involving any
allegation of Violation of human rights pending
before a Court with the approval of Supreme
Court.
 To visit any jail or any other institution under the
Control of State Government.
 To review the safeguards in force for the protection
of Human Right.
 To study the treaties and other international
instruments on human Rights and make
recommendations for its effective

10.  To Undertake and promote research in the
field of Human Rights.
 To spread human right literacy among
people.
 To promote awareness of the safeguards
available for the protection of human rights.
 To encourage the efforts of non-governmental
organizations and institutions working in the
field of human rights.
 To submit annual report to the Central
Government.