Tap order — NHRC complaint process

Exercise and reference answers

Steps

1. Complaint received by NHRC (suo motu / petition)
2. Admit within 1-year limitation
3. Inquiry under Sections 12-13 PHRA (civil court powers)
4. Authority/Government called for explanation
5. Findings recorded
6. Recommendation under Section 18 (prosecution / relief / compensation)
7. Government to act within 1 month with reasons