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India has assured Sri Lanka of support
Why is it in news?
- Sri Lankan Foreign Secretary said that India has assured Sri Lanka of its support at the UN Human Rights Council.
- The statement came just days before member countries vote on a new resolution on the island nation’s rights record.
Details:
- India’s Ministry of External Affairs declined to comment on the Sri Lanka Foreign Secretary’s statement.
- Sources in the government told that no decision on the vote had been “conveyed” yet.
About UNHRC:
- It is the main inter-governmental body within the United Nations system.
- It was established by the UN General Assembly on March 15, 2006 to replace the UN Commission on Human Rights.
- It is responsible for addressing situations of human rights violations across the countries.
- Mandate: To promote universal respect for the protection of all human rights and fundamental freedoms for all.