1- The protection of Human Rights Act in India was enacted in the year (A) 1993 (B) 1994 (C) 1995 (D) 1996 Answer: (A)
Human rights and preventive arrest by police u/s 151 of Cr.P.C
The horizon of human rights is expanding. At the same time, the crime rate is also increasing. Of late, this Court has been receiving complaints about violation of human rights because of indiscriminate arrests. How are we to strike a balance between the two?
The right of amparo, habeas corpus or other legal remedies to the same effect-UNGA
Recalling that, from 15 to 28 August 1961, a seminar on amparo, habeas corpus and other similar remedies was organized by the United Nations at Mexico City,[4] under the programme of advisory services in the field of human rights,
Universal Declaration on Bioethics and Human Rights – 2005
Resolving that it is necessary and timely for the international community to state universal principles that will provide a foundation for humanity’s response to the ever-increasing dilemmas and controversies that science and technology present for humankind and for the environment,
Cairo Declaration on Human Rights in Islam-1990
CITATION: Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC), Cairo Declaration on Human Rights in Islam, 5 August 1990, The Member States of the Organization of the Islamic Conference, Reaffirming the civilizing and historical […]
Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide -1948
The Contracting Parties confirm that genocide, whether committed in time of peace or in time of war, is a crime under international law which they undertake to prevent and to punish.
United Nations Principles for Older Persons: UNGA 1991
Recognizing that, in the Charter of the United Nations, the peoples of the United Nations declare, inter alia , their determination to reaffirm faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity and worth of the human person, in the equal rights of men and women and of nations large and small and to promote social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom,
CONVENTION ON THE ELIMINATION OF ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN: UNGA-1979
For the purposes of the present Convention, the term “discrimination against women” shall mean any distinction, exclusion or restriction made on the basis of sex which has the effect or purpose of impairing or nullifying the recognition, enjoyment or exercise by women, irrespective of their marital status, on a basis of equality of men and women, of human rights and fundamental freedoms in the political, economic, social, cultural, civil or any other field.
Guidelines on the Role of Prosecutors: UN Congress Havana 1990
Selection criteria for prosecutors embody safeguards against appointments based on partiality or prejudice, excluding any discrimination against a person on the grounds of race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national, social or ethnic origin, property, birth, economic or other status, except that it shall not be considered discriminatory to require a candidate for prosecutorial office to be a national of the country concerned;
Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers: UN Congress in Havana 1990
The Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers, set forth below, which have been formulated to assist Member States in their task of promoting and ensuring the proper role of lawyers, should be respected and taken into account by Governments within the framework of their national legislation and practice and should be brought to the attention of lawyers as well as other persons, such as judges, prosecutors, members of the executive and the legislature, and the public in general. These principles shall also apply, as appropriate, to persons who exercise the functions of lawyers without having the formal status of lawyers.
Code of Conduct for Law Enforcement Officials-UN General Assembly resolution 34/169 of 17 December 1979
The term “law enforcement officials”, includes all officers of the law, whether appointed or elected, who exercise police powers, especially the powers of arrest or detention.
HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE: PROTECTION OF PERSONS SUBJECTED TO DETENTION OR IMPRISONMENT
Rules pertaining to the right of the Prisoners United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (the Nelson Mandela Rules) Basic Principles for the Treatment of Prisoners Body of Principles […]
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights-1966
Recognizing that, in accordance with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the ideal of free human beings enjoying civil and political freedom and freedom from fear and want can only be achieved if conditions are created whereby everyone may enjoy his civil and political rights, as well as his economic, social and cultural rights
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination-1965
Adopted and opened for signature and ratification by General Assembly resolution 2106 (XX) of 21 December 1965 entry into force 4 January 1969, in accordance with Article 19 The States Parties to […]
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
Considering that, in accordance with the principles proclaimed in the Charter of the United Nations, recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world,
The Protection of Human Rights Act 1993
human rights means the rights relating to life, liberty, equality and dignity of the individual guaranteed by the Constitution or embodied in the International Covenants and enforceable by Courts in India;
Marichjhapi: Biggest Communist Sponsored Murder of Hindu Refugees in West Bengal
On January 26, 1979, India’s Republic Day, then Left Front chief minister Jyoti Basu announced an economic blockade of Marichjhapi. Thirty police launches surrounded the island; the refugees were tear-gassed, their huts, fisheries, and tube-wells destroyed. Those who tried to cross the river in makeshift boats were shot at. The refugees, armed with carpentry tools and makeshift bows and arrows were no match for the government forces.
2013 December UGC NET Solved Question Paper in Human Rights and Duties Paper 2
1- Which of the following does not constitute a ground for discrimination under Article 15 and 16 of the Indian Constitution? (A) Religion (B) Caste (C) Place of Birth (D) Colour Answer: […]
UGC NET Solved Question Paper in Human Rights and Duties Paper 2-2013 June
2013 June UGC NET Solved Question Paper in Human Rights and Duties Paper 2 1- The Hindu concept of dharma sets forth the responsibilities and rights of individuals in terms of their […]
Solved Question Paper in Human Rights and Duties [Multiple choice types]-2013 September
2013 September UGC NET Solved Question Paper in Human Rights and Duties Paper 2 1- Which of the following is not a Civil Right? (A) Right to Life (B) Right to Marriage […]
