Explained: Where the Indian legal system stands on solitary confinement in prison
Sep 22, 2024 8:00 AM IST
The Indian judiciary has taken a nuanced approach to the issue of solitary confinement, recognising both its potential harms and potential utility.
As per Section 31 of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, solitary confinement shall only be imposed as a disciplinary measure of last resort, for a maximum of 14 days, and if recommended by a medical officer. (Getty Images/Vetta)
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