NHRC takes notice of 'proxy governance', summons states over 'Sarpanch Pati' practice
New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has said it has taken serious cognisance of the continuing and widespread practice of "proxy governance" in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), particularly in constituencies reserved for women.