NHRC, India takes suo motu cognizance of the reported death of 7 migrant labourers and injuries to 5 others when a massive granite rock fell on them at a quarry in Bengaluru, Karnataka
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India took suo motu cognizance of a report detailing a massive granite rock falling on migrant laborers at a quarry in Bengaluru, Karnataka, resulting in seven deaths and five injuries. The NHRC issued notices to the Chief Secretary, Government of Karnataka, requesting a detailed investigation into the incident.
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Discuss/examine the potential negligence by quarry owners highlighted by the NHRC's suo motu cognizance order and its implications for labor safety regulations in India.
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What is the name of the National Human Rights Commission mentioned in the article?
- A.NHRC
- B.NHRM
- C.NHCR
- D.NHRCC
The text states 'National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India'
According to the article, how many stone crushers were operating in the area where the incident happened?
- A.1
- B.2
- C.3
- D.4
The text states 'Reportedly, the incident indicated negligence by the quarry owner. About 16 labourers were on the site when the incident occurred'