Section 163A of The Navy Act, 1957
1[163A. Provision relating to parole.--Where any person is tried under the provisions of this Act, the Central Government or the chief of the Naval Staff or the Flag Officers commanding-in-Chief of the Naval Commands may in the case of conviction either with or without conditions release the person on parole.]
Summary
- The single most important thing this provision does is formally establish the authority to release convicted naval personnel on parole.
- This power is given to the Central Government, the Chief of the Naval Staff, and the Flag Officers commanding-in-Chief of the Naval Commands.
- The release on parole can be granted with specific conditions or without any conditions at all.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who has the power to grant parole under Section 163A of The Navy Act, 1957?
Section 163A of the naval discipline statute gives this power to the Central Government, the Chief of the Naval Staff, or the Flag Officers commanding-in-Chief of the Naval Commands.
2. Are conditions mandatory for parole under Section 163A of the 1957 naval law?
No, Section 163A of the Act states that release on parole can be either with or without conditions.
3. Does Section 163A of the naval legislation apply to people awaiting trial?
No, Section 163A of the 1957 naval statute specifically applies in the case of a conviction.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 163A of The Navy Act, 1957, which of the following authorities is explicitly listed as having the power to release a person on parole?
Q2.According to Section 163A of the 1957 naval statute, when can this parole provision be applied?
Q3.How does Section 163A of The Navy Act, 1957 handle conditions placed on parole?
Q4.Which authority is mentioned in Section 163 but is NOT granted parole powers in Section 163A of The Navy Act, 1957?