Custodial torture and deaths are the worst forms of human rights violations. Their prevention requires comprehensive reforms. In light of this, examine the challenges in the prevention of such crimes and suggest the measures and reforms required to deal with the issue. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/police-custodial-torture-cases-cctvs-7100133/ In the intro, cite figures about custodial deaths in India. In the body, mention the reasons for the custodial tortures and deaths and challenges in their prevention and punishing the culprits- police protecting their colleagues, lack of evidence in trials, lack of definition, tortures carried outside the police station and police vehicles, … Continue reading Custodial torture and deaths are the worst forms of human rights violations. Their prevention requires comprehensive reforms. In light of this, examine the challenges in the prevention of such crimes and suggest the measures and reforms required to deal with the issue. 10 marks