When it comes to prisons, you might think of Tihar or Yerawada jails, which are so big that there are thousands of prisoners there. According to the official website of the Central Jail, Tihar Jail has a capacity of 10,026 prisoners, but in reality 19,500 prisoners live in that jail. But do you know where is the smallest prison in the world? (Smallest prison in the world) This prison is built on the smallest island of Britain. It is so small that it has a capacity of only two prisoners and it was built 168 years ago.
According to the report of Daily Star News website, Sark Jail built on Sark Island (Sark Island UK) in the English Channel is considered to be the smallest prison in the world (Sark Prison Smallest Prison). It was built in 1856. Only 2 prisoners can stay in it. Since then, there have been no major changes in this jail. Yes, the inside look has changed, tap-toilet facilities and electricity have been arranged. Sark Island is 5.4 square kilometers. According to the 2023 census, 562 people live on this island.
There are two rooms inside this prison and two prisoners can stay. (Photo: Twitter/@Bouteflikov)
The jail was built 168 years ago
In 1832, the court ordered the construction of this jail, but it took 24 years to complete because no one had the money to build it. Inside, the area has now been divided from the middle, which has led to two rooms. One room is 6 by 6 feet while the other is 6 by 8 feet. Both rooms have thin wooden beds. A prisoner can be kept in this jail for a maximum of 2 to 3 days. However, no major crime takes place on this island. Because of this, there are only 2 policemen on the island.
Gel is not used much
According to the Daily Star, some people who have lived on this island claim that many people here have criminal cases against them, including drunk driving or some other cases, but due to lack of resources, no action has been taken against them. Because of this, even though there is a jail on the island, it is not used much.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : May 26, 2024, 08:01 IST
