With reference to the Victim Rights Centre (VRC) inaugurated in Bihar, consider the following statements: 1. The initiative includes a dedicated helpline for the elderly communities. 2. The centre was inaugurated at the Bihar State Legal Services Authority premises. 3. The VRC provides a unified platform for victim compensation and legal aid. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

CJI Surya Kant launches Victim Rights Centre offering compensation, legal aid under one roof

GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Judiciary & landmark judgments· Prelims + Mains· 27 September 2026

Access to justice and victimology: a relevant GS2 topic regarding criminal justice reform and rehabilitation.

Why in news

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant inaugurated a Victim Rights Centre (VRC) at the Bihar State Legal Services Authority to provide a unified platform for victim compensation and legal aid.

Background

The VRC was inaugurated at the Bihar State Legal Services Authority premises. It provides compensation, legal assistance, medical aid, counseling, protection, and rehabilitation. The launch included a helpline for transgender communities and a multi-utility vehicle.

Facts for Prelims

BodyVictim Rights Centre (VRC) provides a unified platform for compensation and legal aid.
PlaceThe VRC was inaugurated at the Bihar State Legal Services Authority premises.
FactThe initiative includes a dedicated helpline for transgender communities.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the Victim Rights Centre (VRC) inaugurated in Bihar, consider the following statements:

The initiative includes a dedicated helpline for the elderly communities.
The centre was inaugurated at the Bihar State Legal Services Authority premises.
The VRC provides a unified platform for victim compensation and legal aid.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The note states it includes a helpline for transgender communities.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of establishing dedicated Victim Rights Centres in strengthening the criminal justice system and ensuring the rights of victims are upheld.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Procedural gap: Addressing the disappearance of victims from the justice process post-statement
Holistic rehabilitation: Integrating medical aid and counseling with legal compensation
Inclusivity: Specialized support mechanisms for marginalized groups like the transgender community

Keywords: Victimology · Access to Justice · Legal Aid · Criminal Justice Reform · Rehabilitation

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