About this document
Reforming the 1861 Police Act in India by Saurabh Rai is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the need to replace the outdated Police Act of 1861 with new legislation that aligns with democratic principles and values. It outlines key principles that must be included: [1] Insulating the police from illegitimate political interference through an independent oversight body like a State Security Commission; [2] Ensuring the police chief is appointed through an open, merit-based process and not at the whim of politicians; and [3] Providing stable tenures for senior police positions
- Author
- Saurabh Rai
- Language
- EN