Anonymous
Hi, so I was convicted for drinking in public during my undergraduate college days. I had to pay a fine of Rs. 1000/- in the local district court, and the case was closed. What I want to understand is whether this should be disclosed in background verification (BGV) forms or during job application stages that ask for a criminal record. Also, will this disqualify me from employment after completing my PGDM, especially in the finance and consulting sectors?
From India, Delhi
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Dear member,

For the unlawful activity conducted a few years ago, you were penalized. After the payment of the penalty, the matter is closed. Punishments are aimed at correcting one's behavior. Even after the correction, if one is required to carry the burden of the default throughout life, then what is the purpose of the punishment?

You need not disclose the closed case in the Background Verification (BGV). You need to provide information only about the ongoing cases, and that too if you are accused or the respondent.

Thanks,

Dinesh Divekar

From India, Bangalore
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