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The new law enables the police and central investigating agencies to collect and store physical and biological samples like retina and iris scans of arrested individuals.

True (A)

The rules mentioned in the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022, clearly outline the procedure for collecting data from convicted persons.

False (B)

Measurements of individuals detained under preventive detention laws should be taken unconditionally.

False (B)

The Act outlines the procedures for how to collect and store the data collected under the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act.

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The Act specifies that the NCRB will standardize the format of the data collected but it will not directly be involved in the process of collecting data from individuals.

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The NCRB is a government body under the Ministry of Finance responsible for collecting and analysing crime data nationwide.

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Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022

New law that replaces Identification of Prisoners Act, 1920 to expand data collection capabilities.

Identification of Prisoners Act, 1920

Old law limited to finger impressions, photographs of convicted individuals.

Physical and biological samples

Includes retina scans, iris scans, and other biometric data collected from arrested individuals.

Preventive detention laws

Laws allowing detention without trial for safety, measurements allowed only for serious offenses.

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Measures collected

Fingerprints, palm prints, foot prints, photos, iris/retina scans, and behavioral attributes.

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Section 53 and 53A

Sections of the Code of Criminal Procedure mentioning permissible measurements.

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NCRB

National Crime Records Bureau responsible for managing crime data and providing guidance on measurement collection.

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Data storage regulations

The Act allows secure storage of measurements per NCRB procedures.

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Illegal data access penalties

Punishments for unauthorized access under the Indian Penal Code and IT Act.

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Standard Operating Procedure

Guidelines by NCRB on data collection and storage methods.

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Behavioural attributes

Includes signatures, handwriting, and other personal characteristic assessments.

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Indian Penal Code, 1860

The primary document that defines the legal framework for criminal acts in India.

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Information Technology Act, 2000

Legislation addressing cybercrimes and electronic commerce in India.

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Magistrate's order

Legal approval required for data collection from certain arrested persons.

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Central investigating agencies

Authorities, like CBI, authorized to collect and analyze data under the new law.

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Convicted persons

Individuals found guilty of a crime, whose data was previously collected under the 1920 Act.

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Non-convicted persons

Individuals who have been arrested but not convicted, subject to specific data collection rules.

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Data compatibility

Ensuring measurement data can be integrated into the NCRB database.

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Equipment for measurements

Devices and specifications provided by NCRB for accurate data collection.

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Secure format

Encrypted way of storing sensitive measurement data to prevent unauthorized access.

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Linking crimes

NCRB's role in connecting crime data with suspects for investigations.

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Data preservation

The process of maintaining the integrity and security of collected data over time.

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Criminal investigators

Professionals using data for solving crimes and identifying suspects.

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Crime data analysis

Method of reviewing crime statistics and patterns to aid law enforcement.

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Scope of the new law

Expanded range of data collection, going beyond fingerprints and photos.

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Legislative progression

The process through which laws evolve over time, influencing how justice is administered.

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Crime repository

The collection of crime data managed by NCRB for legal and investigative purposes.

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Data sharing restrictions

Limits established to prevent unauthorized distribution of collected personal data.

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Study Notes

Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022

  • Replaces the Identification of Prisoners Act, 1920
  • Expanded scope to include physical and biological samples
  • Includes retina and iris scans, fingerprints, palm prints, footprints, photographs, iris/retina scans, physical/biological samples, analysis of behavior (e.g., signatures, handwriting)
  • Data collection guidelines for arrested individuals, but not convicted individuals
  • Preventive detention measurements only allowed if associated with a serious crime or court order
  • Measurements stored securely and encrypted, following NCRB standards
  • Illegal access, sharing, or distribution of data is punishable under existing laws
  • NCRB directs states on data collection methods
  • NCRB provides specifications for equipment and data formats

National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)

  • Part of the Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Collects and analyzes crime data
  • Acts as a central repository of crime information
  • Enables investigators to connect crimes to perpetrators

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Test your knowledge on the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022 and its provisions. This quiz covers the key aspects of the law, including data collection methods and the role of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Explore how this new legislation enhances identity verification and data management in criminal investigations.

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