Question

In which of the following cases, the Supreme Court of India has directed to install CCTV cameras and recording equipment in the office of agency which carries out interrogations and holding of accused takes place in the same manner as it would in a police station?

• A. State of Maharashtra v. Keshao Vishwanath Sonone, 2020 SCC OnLine SC 1040
• B. Paramvir Singh Saini v. Baljit Singh, AIR 2020 SC 64
• C. Rohtas v. State of Haryana, AIR 2012 SC 2297
• D. Chaman Lal v. State of Himachal Pradesh, AIR 2021 SC 46

Hint:

CCTV installation in police stations and interrogation centres flows from the landmark decision in Paramvir Singh Saini.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Issue before the Court.
The Supreme Court examined custodial safeguards and prevention of custodial violence during interrogation and detention.
Step 2: Judicial directions.
In {Paramvir Singh Saini v. Baljit Singh}, the Court directed installation of CCTV cameras with audio-video recording in all police stations and also in offices of agencies where interrogation and detention occur in a manner similar to police stations.
Step 3: Purpose of the directions.
The directions aim to ensure transparency, accountability, and protection of human rights of accused persons.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Therefore, the correct answer is (B) Paramvir Singh Saini v. Baljit Singh.