The Scared Heart
The entire country is applauding the apex court for its judgement in the "Nirbhaya "case. Finally justice has been delivered but i do not know why, the old saying ,"Justice delayed is justice denied", is echoing loudly since the last twenty four hours in my mind.Culprits of such a heinous crime should be convicted right away, why such a long procedure. My lawyer daughter keeps on explaining to me ,that a judicial procedure has to be followed equally for everyone, but my heart refuses to accept it. I believe the heart of every mother refuses to accept it. Will such a delayed justice be able to induct the right amount of fear in the minds of perpetrators of such crimes? Will it ensure the safety of women? But is only judiciary and police department responsible for our safety? We as members of a civilized society are so helpless within us? I am proud to be an Indian, in spite of all the discrepancies in our systems, have full faith in our judiciary, but when i...