ITEC Capacity Building Programme for Global South
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What Happened
Why It Matters
Background
History & Context
What Changed
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BEFORE: Human rights training and institutional frameworks in developing countries often heavily relied on Western models and funding. NOW: India is providing a structured platform for Global South nations to share experiences and build capacities based on shared socio-economic realities.
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BEFORE: Multilateral engagement between NHRIs of developing nations was often sporadic or limited to UN-sponsored events. NOW: The ITEC programme formalizes direct institutional capacity building and networking among 14 Global South nations simultaneously in New Delhi.
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BEFORE: The ITEC programme traditionally focused heavily on technical, economic, IT, and defense training. NOW: The scope visibly expands to encompass specialized executive training in human rights administration, jurisprudence, and protection mechanisms.
Prelims Angle
NCERT Connection
Practice Questions
Q1
Correct Statement(s)With reference to the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme and the NHRC, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The ITEC programme is a bilateral assistance program administered by the Ministry of External Affairs. 2. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is a constitutional body established under the Constitution of India.