Law In India Is Separate For The Rich And Famous. Instances Of Double Standards Stand Testimony

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Law In India Is Separate For The Rich And Famous. Instances Of Double Standards Stand Testimony


The Indian legal system is not the best known for delivering justice swiftly and hence is a sparkling specimen of the saying, "justice delayed is justice denied". But that is not all, justice is denied or delivered in India on the basis of the celebrity status, political clout or financial status of a person as well.



5. Shiney Ahuja

Touted as a rising star in bollywood after brilliant performances in acclaimed movies, family man Shiney Ahuja was accused by his maid of raping her. But even in an offence as serious as rape, Ahuja managed to get out in 110 days, after paying Rs 50,000 for his bail. Strangely enough the maid also took back all charges in less than a year.


Source: The Telegraph

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6. Babu Bajrangi

Apart from slaughtering people on the streets of Ahmedabad in the 2002 riots, Bajrangi, leader of right wing outfit Bajrang Dal, even boasted about his exploits in a video recorded by Tehelka. Despite being convicted of a massacre, Bajrangi was given a life sentence and has been securing bail regularly ever since.

Source: Mid Day

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