There are opinions voiced everywhere for abolishing death penalty. I also read somewhere that parliament may decide about abolishing the awarding of death penalty in courts.
Justice is part of the Government. The parameters for awarding the sentences for each of the crime has been suggested by Government in consultation with justice dept. Ultimately it is THE GOVERNMENT.
When I mention 'Government' here, it does not mean the Civil service. I am calling the decision makers and the elected ones to make decision, as Government.
There were instances where the President of the country had pardoned the death sentence awarded by the highest courts and converted the same as life sentence.
There were instances in some countries where parliaments had passed to remove the death sentences in specific cases passed by the Courts. This also shows that Parliament/ Government is superior to Justice.
In the specific case of Abu Salem, if Government of India has given assurance of not awarding death penalty, then it should be adhered.
