Former MP Prajwal Revanna found with mobile phone in prison, raising security concerns
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Why in news
A mobile phone was discovered in the prison cell of former MP Prajwal Revanna, highlighting lapses in security and surveillance protocols within high-security correctional facilities.
Background
The phone was discovered during a surprise inspection by the Central Crime Branch (CCB) at Parappana Agrahara Central Prison, Bengaluru, on August 11. The device contained social media and streaming applications, raising concerns regarding the breach of prohibited electronic device protocols.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCentral Crime Branch (CCB): A specialized wing of the police force in Karnataka.
- FactParappana Agrahara Central Prison: A high-security prison located in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
- Act / BillFood Safety and Standards Act, 2006: Used by Karnataka to ban gutka and pan masala containing tobacco/nicotine.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in maintaining security and surveillance in high-security prisons and suggest measures to prevent the infiltration of prohibited electronic devices.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- technological surveillance
- prison administration protocols
- rehabilitation vs security
- way forward: biometric monitoring
Keywords: surveillance · security breach · correctional administration · protocol lapse · high-security
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