Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Parole is for convicted prisoners, while bail is for accused awaiting trial.
2.Parole is granted by a High Court Judge in India.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanations –
Statement 1 is correct. Parole is granted to individuals who are already convicted and serving their sentence, allowing temporary conditional release for specific reasons like rehabilitation or emergencies (e.g., illness or family events). Bail, on the other hand, is granted to accused individuals awaiting trial to ensure their temporary release while the legal proceedings continue.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Parole is primarily an administrative process, not a judicial one. It is usually granted by jail authorities or state government officials, or other designated administrative authorities, depending on the state’s rules.
Source: The Hindu
