lenient affair

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This refers to the editorial, “After that December 16” (December 18). Ever since the age limit for juveniles was raised from 16 to 18, the percentage of rape cases too have increased. This because, juvenile rapists are aware of the fact that if they indulge in such acts before the age of 18, only lenient action will be taken.  Moreover, after meagre detention, they will be given food, shelter and rehabilitation. Given that Nirbhaya’s juvenile convict is now a major, why should he get a separate detentionIJ

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