Commentaries by Sarthak Bhardwaj and Rupam Jha

Emotion Tracking and Intrusive Policing: A Human Rights Concern?

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Emotion Tracking and Intrusive Policing: A Human Rights Concern?

Sarthak Bhardwaj and Rupam Jha

February 13, 2021 10:30:26 pm

Heinous crimes against women like rape and acid attacks are on the rise in India. A new law-enforcement measure in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) purportedly meant to safeguard women, however, raises several human rights concerns. Police forces in Uttar Pradesh are preparing to install smart cameras in over 200 ‘hotspots’ frequented by women to capture their [...]

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