Raj Andhra Pradesh (Daily Wage Earner) 12 May 2020

Probation of offenders

Can a person who is released under probation of Offenders act imposing condition of good behaviour for 3 years is eligible for fighting election ?

please enlighten.

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This discussion explores whether an individual released under the Probation of Offenders Act, with a 3-year good behaviour condition, is eligible to contest elections. The consensus from legal opinions shared is that such individuals are indeed eligible to stand for election. Further details and legal context can be found via the provided link.

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SHIRISH PAWAR, 7738990900 (Advocate) 12 May 2020

Hi,

As per me he can contest election.

Regards,

Shreya Saxena (Student at Faculty of Law Banasthali Vidyapith Rajasthan.) 12 May 2020

Hello.

as per the legal opinion, he shall be eligible for contesting in the election. for further details, kindly read: https://www.lawyersclubindia.com/articles/probation-and-rehabilitation-of-deliquents-978.asp

Regards

Shreya

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Raj Andhra Pradesh (Daily Wage Earner) 12 May 2020

Thanks all of you.