Deeply study concerning history of the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention against torture, commentary of the protocol, basic question on the protocol, mandate and methodology of the preventive mechanisms under optional protocol and campaign strategies for the ratification and implementation of the optional protocol.
Discussing a permanent system of unannounced visits to all places of detention, carried out by independent experts, is one of the best means to prevent torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. This Guiding book aims to assist national actors to choose an NPM (National Preventive Mechanism) for the country.