arbitrary detention

Arbitrary detention refers to the imprisonment or confinement of individuals without a legal basis or just cause. This means that someone can be detained without a fair trial, proper evidence, or due process, often violating their rights. Such actions are typically carried out by authorities in ways that lack transparency or accountability. Arbitrary detention often occurs in cases related to political dissent, activism, or discrimination, and is condemned by human rights organizations worldwide as it undermines the rule of law and individual freedoms.