Tomorrow, we continue our Indian Polity journey with M. Laxmikanth, focusing on important governance and rights-based institutions.
🎯 Tomorrow’s Target
- Chapter 56 – NITI Aayog
- Chapter 57 – National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
- Chapter 58 – State Human Rights Commission (SHRC)
- Chapter 59 – National Commission for Women (NCW)
📖 Chapter Overview & Importance
Chapter 56 – NITI Aayog
- Established in 2015, replacing the Planning Commission.
- Acts as a think tank and policy advisory body for the Government of India.
- Promotes cooperative federalism, involving the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and technocrats.
- Plays a key role in monitoring and evaluating government schemes.
Chapter 57 – National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
- A statutory body under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
- Investigates cases of human rights violations.
- Reviews legal and remedial measures to strengthen rights protection.
Chapter 58 – State Human Rights Commission (SHRC)
- Similar to NHRC but functions at the state level.
- Addresses localized human rights concerns.
- Works in coordination with the NHRC where necessary.
Chapter 59 – National Commission for Women (NCW)
- Established under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990.
- Safeguards women’s rights and advises the government on policies.
- Examines and addresses issues impacting women at the national level.
📝 Study Strategy for Tomorrow
- Read Carefully – These chapters explain major constitutional and statutory institutions linked to governance and social justice.
- Highlight – Focus on legal foundations, powers, and organizational structures.
- Make Concise Notes on:
- Structure and federal role of NITI Aayog
- Jurisdictions and authorities of NHRC and SHRC
- Mandate and powers of NCW
💡 Pro Tip
Understanding these bodies will not only help you in UPSC Prelims but also strengthen Mains answers for GS Paper II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice).
Let’s keep the momentum going and cover them thoroughly! 💪