Parole vs Remission: A Delicate Balance

The Evidence Act, 1872 and the Indian Borstal Schools Act, 1926 have created a complex landscape regarding prisoner rehabilitation. The concept of parole has been extensively used under the Reformatory Schools Act, 1910, but with the advent of the Indian Borstal Schools Act, 1926, its usage has been limited to juvenile delinquents. The Borstal Schools Act has introduced the concept of remission for juveniles, which is a more generous option than parole.

But what if an adult convict is eligible for parole under the Reformatory Schools Act, yet chooses to apply for remission under the Borstal Schools Act, citing the more 'generous' nature of the latter? Does the Borstal Schools Act override the Reformatory Schools Act in this scenario? Or does the latter supersede the former? Where lies the balance?