The problems in India’s criminal justice system must be addressed comprehensively to help the people repose faith in governance. Analyse (200 Words)
Refer - The Hindu
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KEY POINTS
Judicial aspect
· In 2002, based on the recommendations of the 172nd report of the Law Commission of India, major changes were made in the Evidence Act.
· The Supreme Court, in Aparna Bhat and Ors. vs the State of Madhya Pradesh & Ors. (2021) specifically said that courts should desist from expressing any stereotype opinion.
Prison reforms
· Indian prisons face three obstacles: overcrowding, understaffing and underfunding.
· No separation between hard criminals and under trails.
· Justice Mulla Committee 1983, All India cadre for prison staff and Bringing prison under the concurrent list
· Government should form a National Policy on Prisons
Police reforms
· Police act in India is primarily based on 1861 act, which is contrary to democratic requirement.
· Lack of technological capabilities necessary to perform quality investigations.
· Allegiance towards ruling party.
Prakash singh case
· Constitute a State Security Commission (SSC) to ensure that state government does not exercise influence or pressure on the police.
· Ensure that the DGP is appointed through the merit-based transparent process and secure a minimum tenure of two years.
Saurabh kasaudhan 4 years
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Abdul hakkim 4 years
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