Why is the dismissal of the RPF constable in the Jaipur-Mumbai train firing case being challenged based on mental illness

Examining the plea for bail by the dismissed RPF constable citing mental illness in the train firing case
  • The dismissal of the RPF constable in the Jaipur-Mumbai train firing case is being challenged based on mental illness for several reasons.
  • Firstly, the constable's defense argues that he was suffering from a mental illness during the time of the incident, which impaired his judgment and decision-making abilities.
  • Secondly, they claim that his mental illness prevented him from fully comprehending the consequences of his actions, suggesting that he may not be fully responsible for the crime.
  • Additionally, the defense argues that the constable's mental illness might have affected his ability to control his emotions and impulses, leading to him shooting without proper justification.
  • Moreover, they point out that the constable's prior medical history indicates a pre-existing mental condition, which could have exacerbated the circumstances that led to the firing.
These factors have led to the constable's defense seeking bail, arguing that his mental illness should be considered when determining his level of culpability in the train firing case.
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