New Delhi, May 23: Canada has denied entry to a former officer of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), alleging that the agency "committed widespread and systemic human rights abuses". Canada's reason for its decision highlights how a reputation for alleged human rights violations by a force can return to hurt its leaders, even after retirement - if not in India, then abroad. Patel said the language used by the country's immigration department, accusing the CRPF of rights violations, was "generic" and drawn from the country's laws. But he did indicate that respect for human rights formed a part of the foundation of India-Canada ties. "Canada values our relationship with India, based on shared values of democracy, pluralism, human rights and rule of law."

Source: The Telegraph May 23, 2017 21:11 UTC