Torture & CID_A2416

Human Rights Violations
Violation Type
Torture & CID
Legal Elements
  • Torture & CID: Inflicted for one of the prohibited purposes such as discrimination, punishment, intimidation or coercion
  • Torture & CID: Inflicted with the consent or acquiescence of state authorities (public officials)
  • Torture & CID: Intentional infliction of severe mental or physical pain or suffering
Constituting Acts
  • Torture & CID: Prolonged denial of food
  • Torture & CID: Reduction in food rations as a form of punishment
  • Torture & CID: Severe physical assault inclusive of corporal punishment
Year of Violation
  • 2007
  • 2008
Location Where the Violation Occurred
Affiliated Organisation
  • People's Committee of North Korea
Province Where the Violation Occurred
  • South Pyongan
Event
Event1
Date Range
Apr 1, 2007 ~ May 1, 2007