The Supreme Court of India has directed the Centre to frame a policy on compensation for victims of custodial violence. The court was hearing a petition filed by a victim of custodial torture, who had alleged that she was subjected to physical and sexual abuse by the police while in custody. The petitioners argued that the existing laws and policies do not provide adequate compensation to victims of custodial violence, and that a comprehensive policy is needed to address the issue. The court observed that custodial violence is a serious violation of human rights and that the state has a duty to protect the rights of citizens. The court directed the Centre to frame a policy on compensation for victims of custodial violence, which should include provisions for interim compensation, medical treatment, and rehabilitation. The court also directed the states to set up independent bodies to investigate cases of custodial violence and to take disciplinary action against erring officials. The judgment is significant as it highlights the need for a comprehensive policy to address the issue of custodial violence and to provide adequate compensation to victims. The court's decision is expected to have far-reaching implications for the protection of human rights in India and to ensure that the state is held accountable for violations of human rights. The judgment also underscores the importance of independent oversight mechanisms to investigate cases of custodial violence and to take disciplinary action against erring officials. Overall, the judgment is a significant development in the context of human rights in India and is expected to have a major impact on the protection of human rights and the accountability of the state.