SHORT ANSWER:
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) follows specific procedures for handling complaints and conducting inquiries into human rights violations.
DETAILS:
- Complaints can be filed by individuals or organizations regarding human rights violations.
- The NHRC reviews the complaints and may conduct a preliminary inquiry.
- If the complaint is found to be valid, the NHRC may issue notices to the concerned authorities.
- The NHRC can also conduct investigations and recommend actions to be taken.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The NHRC can recommend compensation to victims and actions against violators, but it does not have the power to enforce its recommendations.
SOURCE:
- The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993
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