Article 4 (prohibition of torture)

Article 4 prohibits torture and inhumane treatment of individuals. This means no one should be subjected to severe physical or psychological pain intentionally, whether by government officials or others. It underscores that torture is always unacceptable, regardless of circumstances such as criminal investigations or wartime. The article emphasizes respect for human dignity and affirms that no exception exists for acts of torture, reinforcing international standards for human rights protection.