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- Remission system aims at the reformation of a prisoner so as to ensure prison discipline and to encourage learning better work culture and early release from prison as an incentive.
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- Remissions are classified as ordinary remission and special remissions.
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- Prisoners having substantive sentence for 3 months and above are eligible for remission.
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- No remission is allowed for sentence period in default of fine.
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- Remission for two days each per month are allowed for good conduct and good work.
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- Special remission not exceeding 60 days in a year may be given to any prisoners for special services such as saving life of a Govt. employee, prison visitor etc.
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- Remission can be awarded to such prisoners, or categories of prisoners, as the Govt. may decide on special occasions.
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- A prisoner can earn up to 60 days in a year, as Remission in lieu of wages.
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