Administrative Delay In Deciding Parole Can't Prejudice Convict's Rights: Delhi High Court

Nupur Thapliyal

22 Oct 2025 5:00 PM IST

  • Administrative Delay In Deciding Parole Cant Prejudice Convicts Rights: Delhi High Court

    The Delhi High Court has observed that the administrative delay by the authorities in deciding the parole application cannot be allowed to prejudice the rights of the convict. Justice Arun Monga said that while parole is a concession, it is a reformative measure grounded in Article 21 of the Constitution of India, ensuring the right to life with dignity even during incarceration.The Court...

    Nupur Thapliyal

    Nupur Thapliyal

    Nupur Thapliyal is a Principal Correspondent with LiveLaw, based in New Delhi. She reports from the Delhi High Court and trial courts in the national capital

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