Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993

The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, is a law in India that establishes the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and State Human Rights Commissions. Its purpose is to protect and promote fundamental human rights—such as the right to life, liberty, and equality—by investigating violations, recommending measures for redress, and ensuring accountability. The Act empowers these commissions to inquire into complaints, monitor rights situations, and take necessary actions to prevent abuses, thereby strengthening the protection of individual dignity and freedoms across the country.