CUSTODIAL DEATHS IN INDIA: LEGAL FRAMEWORK, JUDICIAL RESPONSES, AND ENFORCEMENT CHALLENGES

PAPER ID:IJIM/Vol. 10 (IV)/ August/21-29/4

AUTHOR: Rupender

TITLE :CUSTODIAL DEATHS IN INDIA: LEGAL FRAMEWORK, JUDICIAL RESPONSES, AND ENFORCEMENT CHALLENGES

ABSTRACT: Custodial deaths pose a severe threat to the rule of law and human rights in India. Despite a well-established constitutional and legal framework, the incidence of custodial violence and death continues to challenge the country’s democratic and judicial commitments. This paper critically examines the legal safeguards available under Indian law, evaluates judicial responses in prominent custodial death cases, and identifies enforcement gaps that perpetuate impunity. The study also offers concrete recommendations to strengthen accountability mechanisms and prevent future violations

KEYWORDS : Custodial Deaths, Jail, Jail laws.

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