A Guide to Understanding the NATIONAL PEACE & RECONCILIATION COMMISSION IN ZIMBABWE 4.4 Research and Analysis Although it is not readily obvious, the NPRC will have to carry out independent research and analysis work. This is stipulated in the constitution that it has, 'To develop mechanisms for early detection of areas of potential conicts and disputes, and to take appropriate preventive measures'. How the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC), Sri Lanka Operated The LLRC was appointed by His Excellency President Mahinda Rajapaksa on 15 May 2010. The Commission held 57 public sessions and undertook 12 eld visits at over 40 locations to talk to the people in the North and East and in other affected areas of the country. In response to its public notices, over a thousand people appeared before the Commission to make representations and the Commission additionally received and analyzed over 5100 written submissions. This public interaction activity in Colombo and throughout the country lasted nearly 11 months. The Commission also held unscheduled meetings with the general public especially in areas affected by conict and in internally displaced (IDP) settlements. The Commission revisited certain areas in the North and East in order to further clarify issues, verify information and formulate recommendations. Source: Archives of the Sri Lanka Ministry of Foreign Affairs Summary box l l 20 The NPRC has a mandate to look at both ongoing and past human rights violations, conict prevention between individuals and political parties or any other groups. The NPRC will carry out hearings, mediation and research analysis.