5-member Raj panel against diktats of khap panchayats

THE Rajasthan High Court has constituted a five-member commission to investigate the activities of khap panchayats in a move to curb their negative influence.

- RAJESH ASNANI @ Jaipur

The commission will visit areas where khap panchayats have been frequently reported to be active, particularly in western Rajasthan. This initiative follows a petition alleging that social boycotts and arbitrary penalties are being imposed in various parts of the state's desert region.

The commission, comprising four lawyers and one social worker, will conduct on-ground investigations and prepare a report on the issue. Acting as court commissioners, the members will visit multiple villages in western Rajasthan and submit their findings to the High Court by May 14, a member of the panel said.