Why in the News
The National Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognizance of reports that Indian migrant workers from Jharkhand are stranded in Dubai, allegedly facing passport seizure, unpaid wages and denial of return to India.
Key Facts Â
- Number of workers affected: At least 14
- Home districts: Giridih, Hazaribagh and Bokaro in Jharkhand
- Nature of employment: Transmission line work
- Allegations:
- Passports seized by employer
- Wages unpaid
- Salary deductions to recover airfare costs
- Charges imposed for accommodation
- Inability to afford food
- Action by NHRC:
- Issued notices to the Chief Secretary of Jharkhand
- Notice to the State Migrant Workers Control Room
- Sought a detailed report within two weeks
Note:
- The present case directly demonstrates the suo motu powers of NHRC based on media reports.
- NHRC is a statutory body, not constitutional.
- Its recommendations are advisory, not binding.
- It does not have punitive powers but can recommend action.
| [2023] Consider the following organizations/bodies in India:Â
1. The National Commission for Backward Classes 2. The National Human Rights Commission 3. The National Law Commission 4. The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission How many of the above are constitutional bodies? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four |
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