Brief Outline of the publications
by the Commission are given below.
FACT FOLDER
It contains six leaflets
| 1. |
Welcome- Gives an introduction
to human rights as per the Protection of Human Rights Act,
1993 |
| 2. |
Know your Human Rights Commission –
Offers an introduction to the Maharashtra State Human Rights
Commission |
| 3. |
How we settle the complaint – Relevant
sections of the Protection of Human Rights Act one cited here. |
| 4. |
Manavadhikaranchi Sarvabhoum Ghoshana,
1948 (Marathi)- Spells out the various Articles of the Universal
Declaration of Human Rights, 1948 |
| 5. |
Human Rights and the Constitution- Close
relationship between human rights and fundamental rights is
seen |
| 6. |
Custodial Jurisprudence – Spells
out the rights of persons in the custody of the state |
v
MANAVI VIKASASATHI MANVI HAKKANCHA LADHA
(Marathi)
It contains the Marathi version of Universal Declaration of Human
Rights, 1948 and important provisions of Indian Constitution relating
to human rights.
v HUMAN
RIGHTS AND DEVELOPMENT
As the title of the book indicates, this book has explained ‘development’
as an integral part of human rights. In addition to human development,
human rights framework, and the Kyoto Declaration which has described
the notion of sustainable development, this book also focuses on
issues such as poverty, women, environment and the governance.
v
HUMAN RIGHTS
ACT, 1993 “AN INSTRUMENT OF SOCIAL UTILITY”
This book provides an understanding of human rights and the Protection
of Human Rights Act, 1993. It has resisted the temptation of perceiving
this Act purely as rights against the Government and instead views
the Act as an opportunity to add new and profound dimension to establish
relationship with the public.
v
THE IMPORTANCE
OF HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION
This book has briefly explained the importance of human rights education
which promotes understanding, compassion and tolerance amongst the
masses, and which in turn promote human rights.
v
TORTURE - HUMAN
RIGHTS ABUSES
This book has identified ‘torture’ as a dark side of
the human civilization. It has provided the various provisions regarding
torture incorporated in various international instruments. It has
also introduced the response of Indian Courts to torture through
various judgments.
v
HUMAN RIGHTS
AT THE HEART OF PEACE
This book has described the plight of children and youths, as their
exploitation is rampant in all over the world. It has posed various
violations of rights of children & youths in the form of child
labour, prostitution, sexual exploitation etc.
v
LEGAL AND HUMAN
RIGHTS ISSUES IN AIDS
This book has touched upon the subject of AIDS as a human right
issue. It has thrown light on the international and national provisions
related to AIDS. It has also given thoughts to give AIDS a human
face.
v
HUMAN RIGHTS
- AN UNENDING FIGHT
This book has pointed out important standards and norms of international
human rights law, Indian Constitutional provisions, and Supreme
Court judgments relating to human rights. It has also described
the meaning, nature and scope of human rights.
v PROTECTING
HUMAN RIGHTS THROUGH NEW INSTITUTIONS
This book has explained the aim and importance of new evolving system
of human rights institutions.
v
THE HUMAN RIGHTS
COMMISSION
This book has unfolded the important factors namely independence,
jurisdiction & adequate powers, accessibility, cooperation,
operational efficiency and accountability, relevant to the effective
functioning of the Human Rights Commission.
v
CUSTODIAL JURISPRUDENCE
- PRISON JUSTICE AND CUSTODIAL CARE
This book has dealt with various aspects of custodial jurisprudence.
In addition to prison justice, prisoners’ rights & protection
of women prisoners in police lock up, the book has also explained
the United Nations Principles of medical ethics. It has also incorporated
the cases decided by the National Human Rights Commission.
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