Civil rights ensure that every citizen is treated equally before the law and can live with freedom and dignity. We defend civil liberties and help people use democratic and legal means to secure their rights.
Citizens have the right to express their views and to assemble peacefully, subject to reasonable restrictions under the Constitution.
The RTI Act, 2005 allows every citizen to seek information from public authorities, bringing transparency and accountability into governance.
Every arrested person must be told the grounds of arrest, has the right to consult a lawyer, must be produced before a Magistrate within 24 hours, and a family member must be informed. The Supreme Court’s D.K. Basu guidelines must be followed.
Under Article 39A and the Legal Services Authorities Act, women, children, SC/ST persons, persons with disabilities, victims of trafficking and people with low income are entitled to free legal services.
