Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, convicted of rape and murder, has been granted a 40-day parole, marking his 15th release in two years. This recurring parole for the Dera Sacha Sauda chief, serving a 20-year sentence, has sparked public outrage and accusations of political favoritism. The situation highlights questions about the application of parole laws, which vary by state and have been interpreted by courts in Singh's cases, raising concerns about how and for whom such provisions are utilized.