On Tuesday, the Rajasthan High Court in India condemned the police for engaging in practices that publicly shame arrestees through social media, labeling it as 'institutional humiliation' and a violation of fundamental rights. Justice Farjand Ali, presiding over the case involving ten petitioners, asserted that the police's involvement in public parades and the dissemination of photographs of individuals in custody constitutes unlawful punishment. He emphasized that strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures is essential and warned that any violations would lead to disciplinary actions against officers involved. The court ordered that individuals without serious criminal backgrounds must not face degrading treatment, including public parading or online condemnation. Justice Ali reiterated that an accused person retains the presumption of innocence until proven guilty in a fair trial. The court mandated that guidelines regarding the treatment of arrestees be prominently displayed in police stations and on official websites, ensuring accountability and public awareness of the rights of individuals in custody. The ruling underscores the need for respect and dignity for all arrestees, reinforcing that their rights should not diminish upon arrest.