Prevention of Criminals - Probation System

Estimated time: 5 minutes

CISCE: Class 12

Key Points: Probation System

Probation is an alternative to imprisonment where the offender is released under certain conditions instead of being sent to jail.
It reduces social stigma and allows the offender to continue a normal economic and family life.
Probation is less costly and less frustrating compared to imprisonment.
The modern approach emphasises treatment and reformation rather than only punishment.
Psychoanalysis, counselling, behaviour therapy, and psychotherapy help reform criminal tendencies.
Prison reforms like education, yoga, meditation, vocational training, and creative activities support rehabilitation.
In extreme cases, medical or surgical methods may be used, but they should be considered only as a last option.