Custodial violence refers to any form of physical, mental, or emotional harm inflicted upon a person while he or she is in the custody of law enforcement authorities. It includes torture, illegal detention, harassment, inhuman treatment, and even death in police lock-ups or prisons. In the context of criminal justice administration, custodial violence is considered one of the most serious violations of human rights and a direct threat to the rule of law. The police, as the primary agency responsible for maintaining law and order, are entrusted with the duty of protecting citizens and upholding justice. When custodial violence occurs, it represents a complete failure of this responsibility. The main purpose of police custody is to ensure proper investigation of crime and to produce the accused before a court of law. Police officials are empowered to arrest, detain, and interrogate suspects, but these powers are strictly regulated by law. The Constitution of India, the Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, and various international conventions clearly lay down safeguards to prevent misuse of authority. Despite these legal protections, incidents of custodial violence continue to occur due to misuse of power, lack of accountability, poor supervision, and absence of