Supreme Court's Landmark Verdict: Dismantling Caste Bias in Prisons

The Supreme Court has banned caste-based discrimination in jails, ruling it unconstitutional. The Communist Party of India (Marxist) welcomed this decision and urged states to implement the changes within three months. The judgment mandates amendments to prison manuals to eliminate caste bias against prisoners, particularly de-notified tribes.

In a groundbreaking verdict on Thursday, the Supreme Court declared caste-based discrimination in prisons unconstitutional, marking a significant step toward dismantling ingrained biases in the justice system.

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) lauded the decision, urging states to swiftly enact measures to comply with the court's directives within the stipulated three-month timeframe.

The court's ruling set aside discriminatory provisions in the prison manuals of ten states, emphasizing the urgent need for legal amendments to protect prisoners from caste bias and ensure the right to live with dignity extends to all, including the incarcerated.