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Widespread Acceptance of Custodial Torture Among Police

Why in the News ? A recent Lokniti-CSDS and Common Cause study reveals alarming acceptance of custodial torture among Indian police. Surveying 8,276 personnel across 17 States, it highlights normalized use of violence during interrogations, even for minor offences, raising serious concerns about accountability. Perception of Violence and Torture in Policing: A 2023 study by …