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DETENTION CAMPS IN INDIA: LEGAL CONCERNS AND PATHWAYS TO REFORM

Biprajit Chatterjee, B.A.LL.B, 4th Year, 7th Semester Student at West Bengal (India)

Taniya Deb, B.A.LL.B, 4th Year, 7th Semester Student at West Bengal (India)

This study explores the operation of detention camps in India, examining their compliance with legal standards and implications for human rights. Focusing on the regulatory landscape established by the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), it evaluates the legality and constitutionality of detention practices. By scrutinizing the adequacy of due process and the protection of individual rights within these facilities, the study aims to discern potential violations and gaps in the legal framework governing detention procedures. Furthermore, the study investigates the conditions prevailing within detention camps, including overcrowding, substandard living conditions, and limited access to healthcare, analyzing their conformity with international human rights standards. It also explores allegations of mistreatment and abuse, considering their legal ramifications and the avenues for redress. Moreover, the study examines the impact of detention camps on marginalized communities, identifying patterns of systemic discrimination and disproportionate representation. By elucidating these disparities, it seeks to inform policy discourse and advocate for measures to address underlying inequalities. Ultimately, the study advocates for transparency, accountability, and the protection of human rights within the context of detention practices. It endeavors to contribute to the development of a legal and humanitarian framework that upholds principles of justice, dignity, and equality for all individuals affected by detention policies in India.

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Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research (LIJDLR), Volume 3, Issue 4, Page 1110–1124.
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