The topic of 'Human Rights' has become so important in the contemporary world that almost every government, irrespective of its political and ideological philosophies, places topmost priority to the protection and promotion of Human Rights in its agenda of action plans. The present study analyses the concept of Human Rights, traces its genesis, discusses its evolutionary process in the global perspective and the Indian context, permeation of the human rights philosophy in the Indian legal system. Provisions of the Indian Constitution which deal with different aspects of Human Rights philosophy have been highlighted. Mention has also been made of some of the important legislations enacted by the Indian Parliament which seek to protect and promote, human rights. The role of the Indian judiciary in developing human rights jurisprudence has been examined. A critical study of the protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 has been made with a view to point out the defects and drawbacks in its.

Children are blooming flowers of the garden of each society. The future of any nation is largely determined on how its children grow and develop. The term 'Child Labour' is commonly interpreted in two different ways: as an economic practice; and as a social evil. The child labour means the engagement of children in gainful occupations which are often hazardous to their health, and deny them the opportunities of development. Although child labour is a global phenomenon, yet it is more severe in developing countries. In India plethora of legislations were enacted by the central government as well as the state governments to give effect to the constitutional mandates, international covenants and recommendations.

This book categorically records the laws to curb the menace of child labour and provides succinct and authoritative information on the theme. Major topics given elaborate treatment herein are: Scenario of child labour problem; Causes of child labour in India; Genesis of child labour in India; Legislative safeguards against child labour in developed and underdeveloped countries; Legal protection against the exploitation of child labour in India; Mechanisation of child labour welfare in India vis-à-vis ILO; and Appraisal and suggestions.

Corruption is considered as number one problem of India and is termed as anti-national, anti economic development and anti corruption is well taken. The present book acquaints us and projects the various aspects of corruption.

Besides the theoretical aspects of corruption as well defined by no less than Sri N. Vittal, Central Vigilance Commissioner, Govt. of India, New Delhi, the author has described many case studies based on actual cases undertaken by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), where he served for number of years before retiring as Supdt. Of Police. The modes of corruption are unique as mentioned in chapter after chapter as detected, prosecuted and ended in conviction.

These concern to different departments including, film land, Indian Oil Corporation, Coal India Ltd., Military Dairy Farm, Electricity Deptt., spurious publications and profile of CBI and Interpol etc. It shall prove an eye opener to one and all.

The book covers a wide spectrum of issues relating to policing and checking of crime in the country. This book also covers emerging dimensions like White Collar Crime, Crime against Women and also Human Rights issues. Each chapter take one specific aspect of policing in 21st century and analyses at length the relevant issue. Vigilance in 21st Century has a vital role to play. Sri N. -Vittal, C.V.C. has penned about mending broken windows concept of 21st century.

The author has made efforts to take stock of the situation and to find out the role of the Indian Police and Vigilance in the 21st Century as well as road to success.

Sri N. Vittal, CVC has opined that besides all police officers, the Book is equally useful to every citizen who is concerned with the quality of governance and zero-tolerance of corruption in public administration in our country.

It will be of immense use to one and all.