In recent developments that have sparked public debate, the Supreme Court has closed contempt proceedings against Baba Ramdev, Balakrishna, and Patanjali Ayurveda Limited. This decision followed their apology for misleading advertisements related to their medicinal products. Despite the apology, there has been no significant action addressing the health consequences faced by individuals who used these products based on misleading claims.Meanwhile, self-styled spiritual leader Asaram Bapu, who is serving a life sentence for rape, has been granted a seven-day bail for medical treatment. This temporary relief has generated considerable excitement among his followers, highlighting ongoing concerns about the treatment of high-profile convicts within the judicial system.In a similar vein, Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who is convicted of rape and murder, has been granted a 21-day parole for the seventh time in just over two years. His previous paroles were granted in June 2022, October 2022, January 2023, March 2023, August 2023, and December 2023. Critics argue that such frequent paroles undermine the effectiveness of judicial punishment and question the fairness of the system, especially in the context of Haryana’s upcoming assembly elections.These instances illustrate a troubling disparity in the legal system, where the privileged seem to receive leniency and benefits not afforded to the ordinary citizen. Critics assert that while the principle of equality before the law is foundational, its application remains uneven, with significant differences in how the rich and powerful are treated compared to the less affluent.As the legal system continues to grapple with these issues, the question of justice and equality remains at the forefront of public discourse.