NCJ Number
87350
Journal
Indian Journal of Criminology and Criminalistics Volume: 1 Issue: 2-3 Dated: (June-September 1981) Pages: 185-194
Date Published
1981
Length
10 pages
Annotation
Causes and possible solutions to the poor public image of Indian police are discussed; suggestions are made for a countrywide restructuring of the police organization.
Abstract
Among the criticisms leveled at the police are allegations of corruption, favoritism, brutality, discourtesy, neglect of duty, discrimination against the poor and underprivileged, and fabrication of evidence. The association of the police with the ruling political power is a serious obstacle to the people's trust in their services. Special organizations exist in India for looking into allegations of police misconduct, but their ability to redress the people's grievances is also criticized. Police should try to improve their attitudes and treatment of the citizenry as well as their overall performance in combatting crime and enforcing the laws equitably. Major reforms would also be desirable in the police organizational structure nationwide. No references are cited.