About the Centre The Centre of Human Rights (CHR) at Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla, stands as a leading institution in the field of human rights. Committed to analyzing and incorporating global human rights events, the Centre fosters knowledge and advances progress in this critical area. Its primary focus is on conducting in-depth sociological and legal studies to provide meaningful insights and drive research in human rights. By integrating diverse perspectives and applying rigorous analysis, the Centre aims to enhance understanding and promote solutions to human rights challenges both nationally and internationally. CHR is dedicated to raising legal awareness about human rights among scholars, professionals, and the wider public. Through education and knowledge dissemination, the Centre helps individuals distinguish between just and unjust actions taken by individuals or legislatures concerning human rights. Its mission is to cultivate a well-informed community capable of advocating for and upholding human rights standards on a global scale. The Objectives of the Centre are: 1.To advance comprehensive knowledge on various aspects of human rights through extensive studies and research in the field. 2.To foster awareness and sensitivity about human rights, emphasizing their significance in our lives and their role in driving societal progress among individuals and social groups. 3.To build a comprehensive understanding of complex yet critical human rights issues and highlight their importance on both national and global levels. 4.To facilitate the development of practical skills in professionals in order to ensure effective implementation and understanding of the concept of Human Rights altogether. The current constitution of the Centre is as follows: Director: Dr. Santosh Kumar Sharma, Associate Professor of Law Member: Mr. Narinder Pal, Assistant Professor of History Member: Dr. Arun Klair, Assistant Professor of Law Students Members: Ms. Saumya Rajpal 2021-2026 Convener Mr. Zorawar Singh Rathore 2021-2026 Co-Convener Ms. Annanya Singh 2022-2027 Secretary Mr. Akash Sharma 2022-2027 Social Media Head Ms. Manishi 2022-2027 Student Co-coordinator Mr. Shashank Sahai 2022-2027 Student Co-coordinator Mr. Abhyudya Singh Rathore 2023-2028 Student Co-coordinator Ms. Disha Chauhan 2023-2028 Student Co-coordinator Ms. Dyuksha Chauhan 2023-2028 Student Co-coordinator Ms. Palak Thakur 2023-2028 Student Co-coordinator Ms. Saloni Sharma 2023-2028 Student Co-coordinator Ms. Suman Siddh 2023-2028 Student Co-coordinator Ms. Umang Nitharwal 2023-2028 Student Co-coordinator Ms. Aastha Goyal 2024-2029 Student Co-coordinator Mr. Manthan Pathania 2024-2029 Student Co-coordinator CONTACT US: Director Centre for Human Rights Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla 16 Miles, Shimla-Mandi National Highway, Ghandal, Shimla, H.P. 171014
The Centre of Human Rights (CHR) at Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla, stands as a leading institution in the field of human rights. Committed to analyzing and incorporating global human rights events, the Centre fosters knowledge and advances progress in this critical area. Its primary focus is on conducting in-depth sociological and legal studies to provide meaningful insights and drive research in human rights. By integrating diverse perspectives and applying rigorous analysis, the Centre aims to enhance understanding and promote solutions to human rights challenges both nationally and internationally. CHR is dedicated to raising legal awareness about human rights among scholars, professionals, and the wider public. Through education and knowledge dissemination, the Centre helps individuals distinguish between just and unjust actions taken by individuals or legislatures concerning human rights. Its mission is to cultivate a well-informed community capable of advocating for and upholding human rights standards on a global scale.
The Objectives of the Centre are:
1.To advance comprehensive knowledge on various aspects of human rights through extensive studies and research in the field.
2.To foster awareness and sensitivity about human rights, emphasizing their significance in our lives and their role in driving societal progress among individuals and social groups.
3.To build a comprehensive understanding of complex yet critical human rights issues and highlight their importance on both national and global levels.
4.To facilitate the development of practical skills in professionals in order to ensure effective implementation and understanding of the concept of Human Rights altogether.
The current constitution of the Centre is as follows:
Director: Dr. Santosh Kumar Sharma, Associate Professor of Law
Member: Mr. Narinder Pal, Assistant Professor of History
Member: Dr. Arun Klair, Assistant Professor of Law
Students Members:
Ms. Saumya Rajpal
2021-2026
Convener
Mr. Zorawar Singh Rathore
Co-Convener
Ms. Annanya Singh
2022-2027
Secretary
Mr. Akash Sharma
Social Media Head
Ms. Manishi
Student Co-coordinator
Mr. Shashank Sahai
Mr. Abhyudya Singh Rathore
2023-2028
Ms. Disha Chauhan
Ms. Dyuksha Chauhan
Ms. Palak Thakur
Ms. Saloni Sharma
Ms. Suman Siddh
Ms. Umang Nitharwal
Ms. Aastha Goyal
2024-2029
Mr. Manthan Pathania