5.6. Functions of SHRC

♤ To inquire into any violation of human rights or negligence in the prevention of such violation by a public servant, either suo motu or on a petition presented to it or on an order of a court.

♤ To intervene in any proceeding involving allegation of violation of human rights pending before a court.

♤ To visit jails and detention places to study the living conditions of inmates and make recommendation thereon.

♤ To review the constitutional and other legal safeguards for the protection of human rights and recommend measures for their effective implementation.

♤ To review the factors including acts of terrorism that inhibit the enjoyment of human rights and recommend remedial measures.

♤ To study treaties and other international instruments on human rights and make recommendations for their effective implementation.