Haryana Govt’s Act Helps Rape Convict Ram Rahim Get Repeated Parole
The Haryana government’s recent legislation, the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act, 2022, has come under scrutiny for allowing convicted prisoners to be released on parole for extended periods. One notable beneficiary of this law is rape convict Ram Rahim, who has been in jail since 2017. According to reports, Ram Rahim has been granted repeated parole, sparking controversy and raising questions about the efficacy of the law.
The Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act, 2022, is designed to provide relief to prisoners who have demonstrated good behavior during their incarceration. The law allows convicted prisoners to be released for 10 weeks each year, providing them with an opportunity to reintegrate into society and reconnect with their families. Additionally, the law also allows ‘hardcore convicted prisoners’ who have served at least five years of their sentence, including two years under trial, to receive regular parole.
Ram Rahim, the self-styled godman and leader of the Dera Sacha Sauda sect, was convicted of rape in 2017 and has been serving his sentence in a Haryana jail. Despite his conviction, Ram Rahim has been able to avail of the benefits provided under the new law, thanks to a provision that allows ‘hardcore convicted prisoners’ to receive regular parole. Since Ram Rahim has been in jail for over five years, he qualifies for this provision, making him eligible for repeated parole.
The fact that Ram Rahim has been granted repeated parole has sparked outrage among many, who argue that the law is being misused to favor a high-profile convict. Critics argue that the law is too lenient and allows convicted prisoners like Ram Rahim to exploit the system, undermining the principles of justice. Moreover, the fact that Ram Rahim has been able to avail of parole repeatedly raises questions about the effectiveness of the law in ensuring that prisoners are held accountable for their crimes.
Supporters of the law, on the other hand, argue that it is designed to provide relief to prisoners who have demonstrated good behavior and are genuinely seeking to reform. They argue that the law is not intended to favor any particular individual or group, but rather to provide a second chance to those who are willing to reintegrate into society. However, the fact that Ram Rahim has been able to avail of parole repeatedly, despite being a convicted rapist, has raised concerns about the law’s effectiveness in ensuring that justice is served.
The controversy surrounding Ram Rahim’s parole has also raised questions about the Haryana government’s role in implementing the law. Critics argue that the government has been too lenient in granting parole to Ram Rahim, and that the decision to release him on parole repeatedly is a clear example of the government’s bias towards the self-styled godman. The government, on the other hand, has maintained that the decision to grant parole to Ram Rahim is based on the provisions of the law and that the convict has met the necessary criteria for parole.
In conclusion, the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act, 2022, has come under scrutiny for allowing convicted prisoners like Ram Rahim to be released on parole repeatedly. While the law is intended to provide relief to prisoners who have demonstrated good behavior, its implementation has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the justice system. The fact that Ram Rahim has been able to avail of parole repeatedly, despite being a convicted rapist, has sparked outrage and raised questions about the government’s role in implementing the law.
As the controversy surrounding Ram Rahim’s parole continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the Haryana government will respond to the criticism. Will the government review the law and make necessary amendments to ensure that justice is served, or will it continue to defend its decision to grant parole to Ram Rahim? Only time will tell.
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