Articles by Murali Karnam

A large number of the poor, the Dalits and people from the minority communities are languishing in jail as undertrials because of a property-based bail system and a poor legal aid mechanism. This article suggests ways in which both these tools could be strengthened for speedy dispensation of justice.

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Prosecution as Persecution

Vol. 51, Issue No. 3, 16 Jan, 2016

Murali Karnam

The court needs to protect the right to protest against the arrest of activists such as G N Saibaba, without labelling them anti-nationals. What constitutes anti-national activities has always been contested by intellectuals but accusing them of punishable offence is an attempt to silence the debate.

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Deaths in Prisons in Andhra Pradesh

Vol. 44, Issue No. 11, 14 Mar, 2009

Murali Karnam

A perusal of the state of prisoners incarcerated in Andhra Pradesh reveals a tragic story of denial of treatment to prisoners who are ailing and a rise in deaths of those in custody. This is indicative of the utter callousness of the prison authorities.

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