India prides itself on its long-standing commitment to peace, non-violence, and human dignity. In recent years, the Attorney General of India delivered a speech at the United Nations Human Rights Council during the country’s Universal Periodic Review, stating that torture has no place in the governance of the nation. ‘India, he said boastfully, ‘believes in peace, non-violence, and upholding human dignity.’ He added, ‘As such, the concept of torture is completely alien to our culture.’
These words were meant to convey India’s commitment to human rights. However, the reality of police brutality in India paints a starkly different picture. The issue of police violence, especially against marginalised communities, is a systemic problem that demands urgent attention.
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