POLICE BRUTALITY IN INDIA: ITS IMPACT ON INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR RIGHTS

Police brutality in India is a pressing issue that reflects a systemic failure within the Indian police system. This dissertation delves into the pervasive nature of police misconduct, including illegal detentions, abuse, and torture, highlighting that these practices are not isolated incidents but deeply ingrained within the system. It emphasizes that addressing police brutality requires more than just attributing it to a few “bad apples” but necessitates comprehensive reform of the entire system. Beyond the immediate physical harm caused, police brutality violates fundamental human rights and erodes trust between law enforcement and the public. The dissertation aims to investigate instances of police brutality, analyze accountability mechanisms, and recommend ways to prevent violations and enhance police accountability. Research questions explore the influence of race and ethnicity on experiences of police brutality, the impacts on victims, legal remedies available, societal consequences, effectiveness of training and policies, and international approaches to addressing this issue. The hypothesis posits that police brutality negatively affects individuals, violating their rights and fostering fear and mistrust. Through a quantitative methodology involving literature analysis and media reports, this study seeks to provide insights into the complex dynamics of police brutality in India.