National Human Rights Commission — Amendments

Amendment	Year	Description	Impact
Protection of Human Rights (Amendment) Act, 2006	2006	Expanded the definition of human rights to include economic, social and cultural rights. Extended the tenure of Chairperson and Members from 3 to 5 years. Included specific provisions for State Human Rights Commissions and Human Rights Courts. Enhanced the Commission's mandate to cover broader spectrum of rights beyond civil and political rights.	Brought the Indian human rights framework in line with international understanding of indivisible human rights, strengthened institutional stability through longer tenure, and created a more comprehensive federal structure for human rights protection
Protection of Human Rights (Amendment) Act, 2019	2019	Extended NHRC's jurisdiction to Union Territories. Allowed appointment of women and members from marginalized communities as Chairperson. Included Chairpersons of National Commissions for SCs, STs, OBCs, Minorities, Women, and Children as deemed members. Streamlined selection committee composition and procedures.	Enhanced inclusivity and representation in human rights protection, created better coordination among various national commissions, and expanded the Commission's reach to cover entire Indian territory including UTs

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