1. The Constitution of India (Part III: Fundamental Rights)
The Constitution guarantees fundamental rights to all citizens, ensuring equality, freedom of speech, right to life, and protection against discrimination.
- Cases your client can handle: Violation of fundamental rights, discrimination, right to equality, and right to freedom of speech.
2. The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993
This Act established the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to promote and protect human rights in India. It outlines the powers and functions of the NHRC and State Human Rights Commissions.
- Cases your client can handle: Filing complaints with NHRC, human rights violations, and seeking compensation for human rights infringements.
3. The Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
The IPC contains provisions for the punishment of offenses related to human rights violations, such as human trafficking, torture, and unlawful detention.
- Cases your client can handle: Cases involving human trafficking, custodial torture, or unlawful detention.
4. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
This Act prevents atrocities against Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs), providing stringent punishment for acts of discrimination and violence.
- Cases your client can handle: Discrimination or violence against SC/ST communities, seeking compensation and legal redress.
5. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
This Act provides legal protection to women from domestic violence, offering remedies such as protection orders, residence orders, and compensation.
- Cases your client can handle: Domestic violence claims, seeking protection and relief for women, or custody disputes arising from domestic abuse.
6. The Right to Information Act, 2005
This Act empowers citizens to access information from public authorities, promoting transparency and accountability in governance.
- Cases your client can handle: Filing RTI applications, handling disputes regarding the non-disclosure of public information.
7. The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986
This Act prohibits the employment of children in hazardous industries and sets guidelines for child labor regulation.
- Cases your client can handle: Child labor cases, seeking compensation and rehabilitation for affected children.
8. The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
This Act focuses on the care, protection, and rehabilitation of children in need, including juveniles in conflict with the law.
- Cases your client can handle: Child welfare, juvenile justice cases, and ensuring rehabilitation for children in need of care.
9. The Right to Education Act, 2009
This Act mandates free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years, ensuring their right to education and protection against discrimination.
- Cases your client can handle: Violations of the right to education, discrimination in schools, or ensuring educational access for children with disabilities.
10. The Anti-Trafficking Law (Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956)
This Act addresses human trafficking, particularly for the purpose of prostitution, and seeks to prevent exploitation of women and children.
- Cases your client can handle: Human trafficking cases, rescuing victims, and prosecuting traffickers.
11. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
This Act provides rights and protections to persons with disabilities, ensuring accessibility, education, and employment opportunities.
- Cases your client can handle: Discrimination against persons with disabilities, seeking accessible environments or employment, and enforcing rights under the Act.
12. The National Food Security Act, 2013
This Act ensures food security to individuals by providing subsidized food grains to the eligible population, protecting their right to adequate food.
- Cases your client can handle: Violation of food security rights, ensuring the proper distribution of food grains, and protecting vulnerable populations.
13. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)
India is a signatory to the ICCPR, which guarantees civil and political rights, such as the right to life, freedom of expression, and freedom of assembly.
- Cases your client can handle: Violations of civil rights, such as unlawful detention, restrictions on free speech, or political oppression.
14. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Guidelines
The NHRC issues guidelines on various human rights issues, including custodial deaths, police brutality, and the rights of minorities.
- Cases your client can handle: Filing complaints with the NHRC regarding human rights violations, police brutality, or custodial deaths.
15. The Right to Privacy
Recognized as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution, this right protects individuals against unauthorized surveillance, data breaches, and invasion of privacy.
- Cases your client can handle: Privacy violations, unauthorized data collection, and breaches of personal information.