Status of Prisons and their Reformative Role.
The Prison System as the Police is a legacy and continuation of the Colonial content .Some tinkering then and there have been carried out by the Governments on adhoc basis.A major over haul and reformation are still elusive. Recommendations for Jail Reforms are pending for acceptance for decades with the Government.
The tier-system of jails: sub-jails, District Jails and Central Jails do not have adequate facilities and infrastructure commensurate with the Prison population.The Personnel are from psychological point of view regard themselves as an extension of the police force.
The convicts lodged in prison have to be treated as patients referred/admitted to hospital for treatment and care.
The Theories of Criminology speak volumes about the idea behind punishment.From a holistic point Prison are meant for redemption and reform.
In practice they act as centre for hardening criminal and in most cases the tendency to form group and plan projects for retribution.The inherent corrupt /inhuman set up aids and help them in a big way to continue sickening attitude.
The noble idea of training their minds in positive action and engaging in productive activities inside the Prison apart from recreational activities with commitment will heal their psychology and help readjust to lead a normal life.
A serious attempt and initiative with statutory rights will have to be launched as a National Movement to reform the Prison System. The Officials related have to be trained and transformed to infuse confidence for changing the system and improving the quality of life of inmates.
The Governments focus on other issues and projects of development neglecting prisoners. They are in a sense not considered as worthy citizens . The existing Parole System, remission and release are not undertaken periodically and consciously .
The Rulers conceive such practices as political benefits and concessions .There has to be a humane and positive mindset and upright approach in dealing with the engendered problems prevailing inside Prisons.
Governance shall attach priority and resolve critical issues without abdicating responsibility.
Society demands!
The Prison System as the Police is a legacy and continuation of the Colonial content .Some tinkering then and there have been carried out by the Governments on adhoc basis.A major over haul and reformation are still elusive. Recommendations for Jail Reforms are pending for acceptance for decades with the Government.
The tier-system of jails: sub-jails, District Jails and Central Jails do not have adequate facilities and infrastructure commensurate with the Prison population.The Personnel are from psychological point of view regard themselves as an extension of the police force.
The convicts lodged in prison have to be treated as patients referred/admitted to hospital for treatment and care.
The Theories of Criminology speak volumes about the idea behind punishment.From a holistic point Prison are meant for redemption and reform.
In practice they act as centre for hardening criminal and in most cases the tendency to form group and plan projects for retribution.The inherent corrupt /inhuman set up aids and help them in a big way to continue sickening attitude.
The noble idea of training their minds in positive action and engaging in productive activities inside the Prison apart from recreational activities with commitment will heal their psychology and help readjust to lead a normal life.
A serious attempt and initiative with statutory rights will have to be launched as a National Movement to reform the Prison System. The Officials related have to be trained and transformed to infuse confidence for changing the system and improving the quality of life of inmates.
The Governments focus on other issues and projects of development neglecting prisoners. They are in a sense not considered as worthy citizens . The existing Parole System, remission and release are not undertaken periodically and consciously .
The Rulers conceive such practices as political benefits and concessions .There has to be a humane and positive mindset and upright approach in dealing with the engendered problems prevailing inside Prisons.
Governance shall attach priority and resolve critical issues without abdicating responsibility.
Society demands!
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