ABSTRACT
This chapter takes further the line of reasoning developed in Chapter 4, exploring the main reasons underpinning abuse of power at the police station. The excessive use of force in India has resulted in custodial violence and at times even custodial death. This chapter tests the impact of the ratification of international conventions and their application in domestic legislation and practices in the comparator countries. While investigating into the use of force and torture in India, the role of the National Human Rights Commission and State Human Rights Commission is analysed. Similar provisions are analysed surrounding the use of force in England and Wales, particularly the impact of the ECHR and relevant provisions.
