The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Centre and the Rajasthan government over the lynching of a man allegedly by cow vigilantes in Alwar.
The commission termed the incident as "painful" and "serious violation" of human rights saying "self-proclaimed" volunteers are creating an atmosphere of fear in the society.
In the notice issued to the Rajasthan Chief Secretary, the commission has called for a detailed report in the matter along with action taken against the culprits.
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They have been asked to respond within four weeks.