I have not been writing for many personal reasons.I had been busy sorting out some of my family affairs.I have also been travelling a lot during this absence.A lot many things happened during this period which should have found place under the Tamasha byline.I regret and apologise.However,the happenings of today,the 22nd March,2013,have not only goaded me into activity but also reaffirmed my view that the Indian State and society is a big Tamasha where anything and everything is acceptable if you are born in a privileged family,have the right connections and can pull the right strings.
Yes,I am referring to the Sajay Dutt episode.Sanjay has been punished by court for illegally keeping a gun(AK-56).This conviction has been upheld by the highest court of the land.But our great intellectuals,showpersons,parliamentarians led by an ex-Justice of Supreme Court are pleading for clemency for Sanjay.NDTV India is running a debate on this issue and Zee-bussiness has even gone for a poll in which the channel claimed that 70% viewers supported his release.(Although I suspect the poll to be either rigged or sponsored.)
Now let us examine the various arguments advanced in favour of his reprieve and the counter-view.Mr. Katju(ex-Justice SC) says that Dutt is not guilty of a terrorist act.The counter-arguement is that the charges were not pressed by the CBI under political pressure and also that he has been punished under the Arms Act only.The law of land has taken its course.In fact Dutt has been treated very kindly and indulgently at all stages of his trial .Had he informed the police about the arms the conspiracy may well have been discovered in time and precious lives saved.He is a vital link in the conspiracy which culminated in the blasts that shook the nation.Surprisingly, he has been given the minimum punishment.
It has been argued that he is a good man.Strange claim indeed!Mr.Ujjwal Nikam,the prosecutor in this case,pointed out that Sanjay was not given the benefit of First Offender's Act because of his previous conduct.So far so good.But should a person be allowed to indulge in unlawful activity with impunity because his friends rate him as a good person.What about the other convicts?Their friends and sympathisers must also be rating them as good persons.Should they also be fogiven and allowed to reform?
Another argument advanced is that it is now 20 years since the incident occurred and his wife and family would suffer if he is sent to Jail.Would the same not apply to other accused as well?And does this not reflect adversely on the Judicial process as well?
And a ludicrous,shameful proposal was given by someone that Dutt be fined instead of prison sentence.
I have only one thing to say.People in high places,celebrities should keep their conduct absolutely above-board and clean.Any violation of law by them should be visited by sternest punishment which would enforce respect for law amongst one and all and make the country safer and better for all.The ancient Indian knew this and did this.They punished Yama,Indra and Bramha so that law is respected by all,including gods.If we want India to be safe,secure and livable for all we have to dispense justice fairly and equitably and all talk of favour to anybody because of his position or connections must be shunned totally and completely.
Yes,I am referring to the Sajay Dutt episode.Sanjay has been punished by court for illegally keeping a gun(AK-56).This conviction has been upheld by the highest court of the land.But our great intellectuals,showpersons,parliamentarians led by an ex-Justice of Supreme Court are pleading for clemency for Sanjay.NDTV India is running a debate on this issue and Zee-bussiness has even gone for a poll in which the channel claimed that 70% viewers supported his release.(Although I suspect the poll to be either rigged or sponsored.)
Now let us examine the various arguments advanced in favour of his reprieve and the counter-view.Mr. Katju(ex-Justice SC) says that Dutt is not guilty of a terrorist act.The counter-arguement is that the charges were not pressed by the CBI under political pressure and also that he has been punished under the Arms Act only.The law of land has taken its course.In fact Dutt has been treated very kindly and indulgently at all stages of his trial .Had he informed the police about the arms the conspiracy may well have been discovered in time and precious lives saved.He is a vital link in the conspiracy which culminated in the blasts that shook the nation.Surprisingly, he has been given the minimum punishment.
It has been argued that he is a good man.Strange claim indeed!Mr.Ujjwal Nikam,the prosecutor in this case,pointed out that Sanjay was not given the benefit of First Offender's Act because of his previous conduct.So far so good.But should a person be allowed to indulge in unlawful activity with impunity because his friends rate him as a good person.What about the other convicts?Their friends and sympathisers must also be rating them as good persons.Should they also be fogiven and allowed to reform?
Another argument advanced is that it is now 20 years since the incident occurred and his wife and family would suffer if he is sent to Jail.Would the same not apply to other accused as well?And does this not reflect adversely on the Judicial process as well?
And a ludicrous,shameful proposal was given by someone that Dutt be fined instead of prison sentence.
I have only one thing to say.People in high places,celebrities should keep their conduct absolutely above-board and clean.Any violation of law by them should be visited by sternest punishment which would enforce respect for law amongst one and all and make the country safer and better for all.The ancient Indian knew this and did this.They punished Yama,Indra and Bramha so that law is respected by all,including gods.If we want India to be safe,secure and livable for all we have to dispense justice fairly and equitably and all talk of favour to anybody because of his position or connections must be shunned totally and completely.
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