Daily News Analysis

Human Rights violation in India

stylish_lining

Human Rights violation in India

Why in the News?

Ro Khanna, a high-powered delegation of US member of Congress to raise human rights issues during his visit to India for the Independence Day on August 15.

Human Rights Violations in India as per the Human Rights Watch:

  1. Jammu and Kashmir
    1. Imposition of Public Safety Act led to detention of hundreds of people without trial for up to two years.
    2. A new media policy was introduced in Jammu and Kashmir that contained vague and overbroad provisions that unnecessarily restricted and penalized legally protected speech.
    3. Restrictions on internet even after the Supreme Court said in January that access to the internet was a fundamental right.
  2. Impunity for security forces
    1. Cases of torture in police custody and extrajudicial killings emphasized lack of accountability for police abuses and failure to enforce police reforms.
    2. The Border Security Force frequently used excessive force along the Bangladeshi border, targeting Indian residents and irregular immigrants and cattle traders from Bangladesh.
  3. Dalits, Tribal groups and religious minorities
    1. Delhi riots of 2021 killed 53 people and injured over 200 people.
    2. Use of the draconian National Security Act against 76 people accused of cow slaughter in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
    3. 2019 Government data states that crimes against Dalits increased by 7 percent
  4. Civil society and Freedom of Association
    1. Draconian sedition and terrorism laws were booked against human rights defenders, student activists, academics, opposition leaders, and critics with respect to the Delhi riots.
    2. The parliament passed amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) to harass outspoken rights groups.

For instance, Amnesty International was forced to suspend its India operations after the government froze the organization’s bank accounts, accusing it of violating laws related to foreign funding

  1. In love jihad, there have been objections to inter-community love relationships, specifically between India’s majority Hindus and minority Muslims.
  2. Freedom of expression
    1. Use of Pegasus spyware on Indian citizens revealed that 5 out of 29 phones examined had malware on them.
    2. the Supreme Court chief justice granted bail to journalist Siddique Kappan after being held for two years on baseless charges of terrorism, sedition, and other offenses.

 

Link: Ro Khanna to raise human rights issues during India visit, say U.S. civil rights organisations - The Hindu

Indian Ports Act, 2025

Why is the Indian Ports Act, 2025 in the News? The President of India has granted assent to the Indian Ports Act, 2025, which replaces the previous Indian Ports Act of 1908. This new Act aims t
Share It

Private Sector in Defense Production

The growth in private sector participation in India's defense production marks a significant shift in the country’s defense strategy and industrial landscape. The private sector share in
Share It

India-Mauritius

The visit of the Prime Minister of Mauritius to Varanasi marked a significant milestone in strengthening the India-Mauritius bilateral ties. Describing India as a trusted partner in Mauritius'
Share It

solar manufacturing ecosystem

India's ambitious plan to develop a fully indigenous solar manufacturing ecosystem by 2028 is an essential step towards achieving energy security, sustainability, and enhancing its position as
Share It

Political Unrest in Nepal

Nepal’s ongoing political unrest, exacerbated by Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli’s resignation and youth-led protests, has created a volatile environment that directly impacts India&rsqu
Share It

Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers

Karnataka has recently passed the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2025, aimed at safeguarding the rights and welfare of gig workers. Key Provisions of t
Share It

Income Tax Act 2025

The Income Tax Act, 2025 has received Presidential assent and will replace the Income Tax Act, 1961. The new Act is designed to simplify tax laws, modernize existing provisions, and improve the ef
Share It

Cotton Sector

The Union Government has taken significant steps to support the cotton sector in India, addressing key challenges related to rising imports, farmer welfare, and low domestic production. These meas
Share It

Aircraft Leasing: Wet and Dry Lease

In light of the ongoing global aircraft shortage exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain disruptions, airlines have increasingly turned to wet and dry leases as solutions. These leas
Share It

India and Israel Sign New Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)

India and Israel have recently signed a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), marking a significant development in their bilateral relationship. This agreement, which replaces the older BIT signed in
Share It

Newsletter Subscription


ACQ IAS
ACQ IAS