Constitution of a National Human Rights Commission
Duration: 3 min
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This educational video provides a detailed lecture on the Constitution of a National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in India, specifically focusing on Section 3 of the relevant Act. The instructor uses a digital whiteboard to explain the legal provisions, starting with the formation of the commission by the Central Government. He meticulously breaks down the composition of the body, distinguishing between the Chairperson, the five regular members, and the seven ex-officio members. The lecture also covers the establishment date and the specific qualifications required for each role, such as judicial backgrounds for the Chairperson and members.
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The instructor begins by displaying the heading 'धारा 3 :- राष्ट्रीय मानवाधिकार आयोग का गठन' (Section 3: Constitution of NHRC). He points to 'धारा 3 (1)' which states the commission is formed by the Central Government. He then details the '5 Member' structure. He explains that the 'एक अध्यक्ष' (One Chairperson) must be a 'Retired chief justice or judge of Supreme Court'. Moving to the members, he points out 'एक सदस्य' (One member) is a 'Working or retired judge of Supreme Court'. Another 'एक सदस्य' (One member) is a 'Working or retired Chief Justice High Court'. The remaining 'तीन सदस्य' (Three members) are 'Human rights expert, including a woman'. He uses his fingers to count and emphasize these specific numbers and roles.
2:00 – 3:00 02:00-03:00
The screen transitions to a comparison table. The instructor highlights the row for '12) राष्ट्रीय मानवाधिकार आयोग' (National Human Rights Commission). He points to the 'स्थापना' (Establishment) column showing '12 अक्टूबर 1993' (12 October 1993). Under 'संरचना' (Structure), he indicates '1 अध्यक्ष, 5 सदस्य, 7 पदेन सदस्य' (1 Chairperson, 5 Members, 7 Ex-officio Members). He then moves to 'धारा 3 (3)' which lists the '7 पदेन सदस्य' (7 Ex-officio Members). He reads through the list: National Commission for Minorities, Women, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, Child Protection, and the Chief Commissioner for person with disability. He explains that these chairpersons are deemed members of the NHRC.
The lecture systematically breaks down the legal framework for the NHRC. It starts with the core composition (Chairperson + 5 Members) under Section 3(1), emphasizing the judicial background required for the Chairperson and specific members. It then expands on the structure by including the 7 Ex-officio members under Section 3(3), who are heads of other related commissions. Finally, it provides a quick reference table with key dates and appointment details, reinforcing the structural hierarchy and legal basis of the commission.