Yes, India has signed the United Nations Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman, or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CAT), but it has not ratified it yet. India signed the Convention on October 14, 1997, but despite signing, the country has not yet ratified it, meaning it has not legally committed to being fully bound by its provisions. This is largely due to concerns about potential conflicts with domestic laws and the possible implications for law enforcement practices in India. The Convention itself aims to prevent torture and other forms of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment, and it urges countries to criminalize torture under their national law. India, while a signatory, has not yet brought its national laws fully in alignment with the Convention. In the absence of ratification, India has expressed the need for further legal reform and procedural safeguards, particularly concerning its police and military forces.

Dear Client, The Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CAT) was signed by India on October 14 1997. India however has yet to ratify the Convention. Although a country's signature on a convention signifies its intention to review the agreement domestically and possibly ratify it it does not confer legal force on the treaty. However ratification is what gives the nation legally enforceable obligations. Despite not ratifying the CAT India is nevertheless bound by the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and some of its own constitutional provisions especially Article 21 which forbid torture and inhuman treatment. Torture in custody is a violation of fundamental rights according to the Indian judiciarys consistent rulings. Although there have been multiple attempts to pass domestic anti-torture legislation Parliament has not yet approved any comprehensive legislation. I hope this answer helps. In case of future queries, please feel free to contact us. Thank you.