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At 561, number of death row prisoners at a 19-year high

IndiaTimes Friday, 9 February 2024
The number of death row prisoners in India rises to 561, highest in 19 years. Trial courts impose 120 death sentences in 2023, with most cases involving sexual offenses. High courts have 303 cases pending, while disposal rate remains low. Appellate courts express concerns over poor investigations and evidence quality. SC commutes sentences based on jail conduct and psychiatric reports.
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