NHRC India Acts on Reported Assault of Woman by Family in Gujarat
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has initiated suo motu cognizance regarding the reported assault of a woman by her husband and family in Surendranagar district, Gujarat. This action follows a media report detailing that the woman was subjected to severe abuse after living with another man, including being beaten, tied to a tree, and allegedly forced to endure sexual violence. The NHRC has issued notices to local authorities, including the District Magistrate and the Superintendent of Police, demanding a comprehensive report within two weeks on the victim's health and any compensation provided. The Commission emphasized that if the allegations are true, they represent significant human rights violations.
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