POLICE PROVIDING SECURITY TO JUDGES AND OTHERS MAY CREAT A CONCERN, IMPARTIALITY AND THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUALITY BEFORE THE LAW.

There may be the potential conflict of interest when the police provide security to judges while the same Police acting as the prosecution team. This situation can create concerns about impartiality and the principle of equality before the law, which is enshrined in Article 14 of the Indian Constitution. In an ideal judicial system, the prosecution should operate independently, ensuring that justice is not only done but is also seen to be done. Any perceived bias or conflict could undermine public confidence in the legal system. The following solutions may be adopted for avoiding the chances of such conflicts. A separate security agency, like N S G or S P G may be arranged and focused solely on security and protection to the needs of judges and other officials and this might enhance overall security effectiveness, even better than Police. In fact, Police are trained for the maintenance of law and order and investigation of criminal cases. By separating these roles from Police, the concerns about conflicts of interest in prosecutions might be reduced. It could help maintain the integrity of the judicial process, reinforcing public confidence in the system. This concern is not only in the cases of judges but also, in the cases all those officials, public representatives, political leaders who are protected by the security of Police. A dedicated special security system could better allocate resources specifically for protective duties, potentially improving response times and the quality of security services. Establishing a distinct security system detached from Police would create clearer lines of accountability and oversight, which could lead to more effective management and evaluation of security measures. When the police focusing on law enforcement and investigation of criminal cases, a separate security institution, specially trained for it, handling protection, there might be opportunities for better community engagement, addressing concerns without the dual role of policing.