Question
Legal Studies Question on Public International Law
Which of the following statements accurately captures India’s position on torture ?
A
India is a not a signatory to the UN Convention Against Torture.
B
India has signed the UN Convention Against Torture but has not ratified it.
C
The Supreme Court has asked the Union of India to introduce a domestic legislation against torture.
D
Torture is defined as a crime in the Indian Penal Code.
Answer
India has signed the UN Convention Against Torture but has not ratified it.
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B) : India has signed the UN Convention Against Torture but has not ratified it..