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Recently, Convicts of the Hashimpura massacre have moved the Delhi High Court against a Delhi prison rule about furloughs.
| Feature | Furlough | Parole |
| Definition | Temporary release from prison without suspension of sentence. | Temporary release from prison with suspension of sentence. |
| Purpose | To prevent solitude, maintain social and family ties, and encourage good behavior. | Given for specific reasons such as family emergencies, medical needs, or legal proceedings. |
| Effect on Sentence | Sentence continues to run during release. (treated as remission of sentence) | Sentence is suspended during release. |
| Eligibility | Given to long-term convicts after serving a specified period. | Can be given to short-term and long-term convicts, based on necessity. |
| Legal Basis | Covered under The Prisons Act, 1894 and governed by individual state rules. | Covered under The Prisons Act, 1894 and governed by individual state rules. |
| Granting Authority | Deputy Inspector General of Prisons. | Divisional Commissioner. |
| Frequency | Limited number of times. | Can be granted multiple times. |
| Right or Privilege | Considered a right for eligible prisoners with good conduct. | Not a right, can be denied if against public interest. |
| Reason Required | No specific reason required; granted to break the monotony of imprisonment. | A specific reason (illness, marriage, funeral, legal appeal, etc.) is required. |
| Possibility of Denial | Can be denied in the interest of society. | Less restrictive if genuine exigency exists. If rejected, can move the High Court. |
| Impact on Good Conduct | Reward for good behavior, encourages discipline in prison. | Provides relief to prisoners facing genuine difficulties. |
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February 7, 2025
