Why in the News?
- The Supreme Court of India directed a high-powered committee to prepare a comprehensive plan for disabled-friendly prisons across India.
- Issue highlighted: Inhumane conditions faced by disabled prisoners
Key Supreme Court Observations
- Rights of disabled prisoners must be protected under:
- Article 14 → Equality before law
- Article 21 → Right to life and dignity
- Incarceration should not dilute fundamental rights
Key Directions of the Court
1. Comprehensive Action Plan
- Create uniform standards across India
2. Accessibility Measures
- Provide:
- Assistive devices
- Mobility aids
- Special infrastructure
3. Medical & Social Support
- Ensure:
- Specialized medical care
- Enhanced visitation rights
4. Procurement & Maintenance
- Define:
- Procurement mechanisms
- Maintenance protocols
- Security safeguards
5. Monitoring
- Committee to submit report in: 4 months
| [2023] Q. Consider the following statements: Statement-1: In India, prisons are managed State Governments with their own rules and regulations for the day-to-day administration of prisons. Statement-II: In India, prisons are governed by the Prisons Act, 1894 which expressly kept the subject of prisons in the control of Provincial Governments. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? [A] Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-1 [B] Both Statement-1 and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-1 [C] Statement-1 1s correct but Statement-11 is incorrect [D] Statement-1 Is incorrect but Statement-II is correct |
