Correctional administration and rehabilitation initiatives a study of Haryana

Abstract

This doctoral dissertation offers a critical evaluation of prisons in Haryana as modern correctional institutions, analysing their organizational structures and effectiveness in promoting rehabilitation and reintegration. newlineThe study examines both prisoner s narratives and the perspectives of prison officials. Employing statistical tools such as percentage analysis, chi-square tests, and P-values, it also includes graphical representations like bar and pie charts. newlineThe research assesses government programs and the role of prison authorities in addressing the challenges faced by prisoners, focusing on their access to facilities and involvement in rehabilitation initiatives. newlineA key contribution of the thesis is its emphasis on prisoner s counter-narratives, which are crucial for the reform of the prison system in Haryana. newline newline