Prison and their administration is a State Subject covered by item number 4 under the State List of seventh schedule of Indian Constitution. State government has exclusively power related to the management and administration of prison.
It is governed by the Prison Act, 1894 and the prison manuals of the respective state governments. The state has primary role and responsibility and authority to change the current prison laws, rules and regulations.
Challenges
Judicial Interpretation
The Higher Judiciary has played a significant role in ensuring safety and security of the inmates ....
