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(a)
administrative practices which appear to be
in derogation of basic human rights.
Sometimes
such comments are limited by law to formal
public reports submitted to the relevant legislative body, and such reports may be studied by legislative
committees.
To study, on request of the government or
at its own initiative, the possible need for action to resolve human rights problems.
Some advantages of Human Rights Commissions
B.
1.
They provide a practical means to focus sustained attention on human rights problems and possible solutions.
They are thus dedicated to a special mission, somewhat analogous to other independent bodies such as, in Hong Kong, the I.C.A.C..
2.
Their essential independence from government means that the senior levels of government as well as
the public will be made aware of possible violations of human rights including potential infringements in
proposed legislation or programmes.
reassuring effect on the public.
3.
This has an important
If they have law enforcement powers they can provide more accessible, effective, remedies against
human rights infringements such as discrimination.
4.
They can through their expertise and sources
of information assist government in dealing with human
rights problems.
Some disadvantages of Human Rights Commissions
C.
-1.
Obviously they cost money, although not in
large amounts.
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