Rakesh Garhwal

Why in News: In a recent reply in the Parlaiment, the government disclosed that between 1 st April and 30th November, 2015, 25,357 cases were registered under police category which included 111 deaths in police custody, 330 cases of custodial torture and 24,916 in others. •This data again lays emphasis on the need to make police accountable and carry  out police reforms. Key Points •Police Reforms (Meaning): • Police reforms aim to transform the values, culture, policies and practices of  police organizations. • It envisages police to perform their duties with respect for democratic values,  human rights and the rule of law. • It also aims to improve how the police interact with other parts of the security  sector, such as the courts and departments of corrections, or executive,  parliamentary or independent authorities with management or oversight  responsibilities. • Police come under the state list of schedule 7 of the Indian constitution. Issues Concern...

Should internet freedom be sacrificed for national security? Internet plays an important role in an individual’s life. This role is further increased due to the current corona pandemic. There’s no doubt in the fact that without internet, life cannot be imagined in today’s era. The one benefit which we have over our forefathers is the gift of technology. It helps us in a number of ways such as listening music, accessing different study material at one click. One can do shopping in minutes without wasting his precious time. Internet saves one’s time and help him in enjoying his life to the fullest. There are also individual who cannot enjoy this gift due to server all reasons. Under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, every individual has the right to life. Right to life does not mean a mere animal existence, it includes a healthy environment, quality education, proper services, etc. Our apex court, in a number of cases has expanded the scope of Article 21. Recently, the honourable ap...