Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mukherjee, Baidya Nath; Mathew, Meera Title A name given to the resource Evolution of Policing: Historical Contexts and Human Rights Implications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Rethinking the Police for a Better Future : Navigating Policing Challenges with Accountability and Trust;pp.1-24 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-83173-7_1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-83173-7_1</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105023345846?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105023345846?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Mukherjee B.N., School of Law, AURO University, Gujarat, Surat, India; Mathew M., School of Law, CHRIST University, Delhi NCR, Ghaziabad, India Description An account of the resource This chapter examines the evolution of policing, tracing its historical roots and the complex interplay between law enforcement practices and human rights. It highlights the transformation of policing from its early functions, which were often aligned with maintaining social control and serving the interests of those in power, to contemporary efforts aimed at reform and accountability. The discussion includes significant milestones, such as the establishment of police systems in India, which were influenced by the British Police Act of 1861, and the ongoing challenges faced by modern policing, including issues of police brutality, systemic racism, and extrajudicial killings. The discussion extends to the global implications of policing practices, addressing issues such as police brutality, systemic racism, and extrajudicial killings that transcend national boundaries. This chapter emphasises the need for comprehensive reforms that not only address policy changes but also foster a cultural shift within police organisations to prioritise human rights and community engagement. By analysing the historical legacies and current practices of policing, this chapter aims to provide a nuanced understanding of how law enforcement can evolve to better protect the rights and dignity of all individuals in society. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG. Subject The topic of the resource Accountability; Evolution of policing; Human rights protection; Rule of law Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Springer Science+Business Media Relation A related resource ISBN: 978-303183173-7; 978-303183172-0; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online