Ethical Dilemma of Forensic Science in India: A Human Rights Outlook

Ethical dilemma of human rights in forensic science is covered in this paper. The significance of forensic scientists in the criminal justice system and the weight of their responsibility to conduct tests correctly are introduced at the outset. The main ethical precepts, such as accountability, honesty, and dependability, are then described. We look at a number of reasons why people act unethically, including not knowing the rules, wanting attention, or caving in to peer pressure. The quality criterion to be followed in validating a forensic technique, the necessity of crime laboratory accreditation, the gaps in the current law, and the various ethical issues and challenges faced by an expert when dealing with forensic evidence in criminal cases are all highlighted in this paper. It also highlights the importance of the ethical and legal standards that an expert must adhere to. The significance of regularly educating ethics to forensic scientists and methods for making ethical decisions are also covered in the document. Solving crimes and enforcing justice depend heavily on forensic science, which is frequently praised as the criminal justice system's lighthouse of truth. However, there is a complicated web of human rights ethical issues hidden beneath the surface of this admirable endeavour. Where do we draw the line between investigating crimes and safeguarding people's privacy in a time when technology is developing so quickly?