minimum standards for the treatment of prisoners

Minimum standards for the treatment of prisoners ensure that individuals in custody are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their offenses. This includes providing adequate food, shelter, medical care, and safety from harm. Prisoners must be protected from torture, cruel or degrading treatment, and discrimination. They should have the opportunity to maintain contact with family and access legal rights. These standards promote humane treatment, support rehabilitation, and uphold human rights, recognizing that even those in custody retain their inherent dignity and deserve fair and ethical treatment at all times.