Options Advanced mode

The advanced options are only shown when the installer mode is set to "Advanced." This section allows users to change or set advanced options, configure additional database settings and set other configuration options in the wp-config.php file.

Advanced Tab

These are the advanced options for advanced users.
Option Details
Processing
Extraction
Mode
Manual Archive Extraction
Set the Extraction value to "Manual Archive Extraction" when the archive file has already been manually extracted on the server. This can be done through your host's control panel such as cPanel or by your host directly. This setting can be helpful if you have a large archive file or are having issues with the installer extracting the file due to timeout issues.

PHP ZipArchive
This extraction method will use the PHP ZipArchive code to extract the archive zip file.

PHP ZipArchive Chunking
This extraction method will use the PHP ZipArchive code with multiple execution threads to extract the archive zip file.

Shell-Exec Unzip
This extraction method will use the PHP shell_exec to call the system unzip command on the server. This is the default mode that is used if it's available on the server.

DupArchive
This extraction method will use the DupArchive extractor code to extract the daf-based archive file.
Server
Throttling
If the current host is a budget host that monitors CPU usage, then users might want to consider checking this box to help slow down the process and not kick off any high-usage monitors.
Extraction Flow
Archive Action Extract files over current files
The existing site files will be overwritten with the contents of the archive.zip/daf.

Pro Remove WordPress core and content and extract
The existing WordPress core files and WordPress content directory will be removed, and then the archive will be extracted.

Pro Remove all files except add-on sites and extract
All files except an add-on site will be removed, and then the archive will be extracted. An add-on site is a site/domain that is stored in a directory off of your main site that has been "added on" to your main hosting account. For instance, when you purchased a hosting account it could be for a.com. Then after that, you decided to add b.com and c.com to the same hosting account. The structure of this setup is often the following although it can vary some:
  • /public_html - contains files for a.com
  • /public_html/b.com - contains files for b.com
  • /public_html/c.com - contains files for c.com
The directories /public_html/b.com and c.com contain the files for the add-on sites b.com and c.com (so the option above means that b.com and c.com would be preserved and not deleted when you installed to a.com)
Skip Files Extract all files
Extract all files from the package archive. This option is selected by default.

Pro Skip extraction of WordPress core files
Extract all files except WordPress core files. Choose this option to extract only the wp-content folder and other non-core WordPress files and directories.

Pro Skip extraction of WordPress core files and plugins/themes existing on host
Extract all files except WordPress core files and existing plugins/themes on the current host.

Pro Extract only media files and new plugins and themes
Extract all media files, new plugins, and new themes. The installer will not extract plugins and themes that already exist on the destination site.
File Times When the archive is extracted it should show the current date-time or keep the original time it had when it was built. This setting will be applied to all files and directories. Note: Setting the Original time is currently only supported when using the ZipArchive Format.
File
Permissions
Switch on and set permissions in either octal or symbolic values to assign permissions to files. This option is not available on Windows machines.
Directory
Permissions
Switch on and set permissions in either octal or symbolic values to assign permissions to directories. This option is not available on Windows machines.
Configuration Files
WordPress
wp-config
Do nothing
This option simply does nothing. The wp-config file does not get backed up, renamed, or created. This advanced option assumes you already know how it should behave in the new environment. This option is for advanced technical persons.

Modify original
This is the default recommended option which will modify the original wp-config file.

Create new from wp-config sample
This option creates a new wp-config file by modifying the wp-config-sample.php file. The new wp-config.php file will behave as if it was created in a fresh, default WordPress installation.

Apache
.htaccess
Do nothing
This option simply does nothing. The .htaccess is not backed up, renamed, or created. This advanced option assumes you already have your .htaccess file set up and know how it should behave in the new environment. When the package is built it will always create an .htaccess file at this location: /dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/.htaccess Since the file is already in the archive file it will show up when the archive is extracted.

Retain original from Archive.zip/daf
This option simply copies the /dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/.htaccess file to the .htaccess file. Please note this option will cause issues with the install process if the .htaccess is not properly set up to handle the new server environment. This is an advanced option and should only be used if you know how to properly configure your .htaccess configuration.

Create New
This is the default recommended option which will create a new .htaccess file. The new .htaccess file is streamlined to help guarantee no conflicts are created during install.

Notes: Inside the archive.zip or archive.daf will be a copy of the original .htaccess (Apache) file that was set up with your packaged site. The .htaccess file is copied to /dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/source_site_htaccess. When using either "Create New" or "Retain original from Archive.zip/daf" an existing .htaccess file will be backed up to a /wp-content/backups-dup-lite/installer/original_files_[HASH]/source_site_htaccess. This change will not made until the final step is completed, to avoid any issues the .htaccess might cause during the install
General
php.ini, .user.ini,
web.config
OVERVIEW
When the archive is built it will always create an original backup of the php.ini, .user.ini, and web.config files ("Config Files") if they exist. The backups will be in the following location within the archive file without an extension. Original File Backups
archive.zip|daf/dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/[location]_phpini
archive.zip|daf/dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/[location]_userini
archive.zip|daf/dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/[location]_webconfig
If there are "Config Files" on the new server, backups may also optionally be created. Backup [location] is defined by the following:
  • source_site Backup of original file when the archive was created on the source host
  • installer_host Backup of original file before the installer starts on active host

ACTIONS
Do nothing
This option performs no actions and assumes you already have your configuration files set up properly; either on the server or in the archive. If the same "Config Files" exist in both the deploy directory and the archive, then the archive files will overwrite any configuration files that exist at the same location in the archive.


Retain original from Archive.zip/daf
  1. Moves any existing "Config Files" on the new host to the following location: /dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/installer_host_[CONFIG-TYPE]
    An existing "Config File" resides on the server before the archive is extracted or step 1 is ran.
  2. The installer last step copies all "Config Files" from the archive backups to the correct location on the new host. They are copied from this location:
    /dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/source_site_[CONFIG-TYPE]

Reset
  1. Moves any existing "Config Files" on the new host to the following location: /dup-installer/original_files_[HASH]/installer_host_[CONFIG-TYPE]
    An existing "Config File" resides on the server before the archive is extracted or step 1 is ran.
  2. If any "Config Files" already exist in the archive they will be deployed "as is" to the location that matches the archive file structure.
General
Logging The level of detail that will be sent to the log file (installer-log.txt). The recommended setting for most installs should be "Light." Note if you use Debug the amount of data written can be very large. Debug is only recommended for support.
Cleanup Pro Remove disabled plugins/themes
Remove all inactive plugins and themes when installing site. Inactive users will also be removed during subsite to standalone migrations.

Pro Remove users without permissions
Removes users that currently do not have any permissions associated with their accounts.
Safe Mode Safe mode is designed to configure the site with specific options at install time to help overcome issues that may happen during the install where the site is having issues. These options should only be used if you run into issues after you have tried to run an install.

Disabled
This is the default. This option will not apply any additional settings at install time.

Enabled
When enabled the safe mode option will disable all the plugins at install time. Note: When this option is set you will need to manually re-enable the plugins that need to be enabled after the install from the WordPress admin plugins page.


Database Tab

These are the advanced options for database configuration.
Option Details
Table Prefix Pro This option allows changing the table prefix to other than the package creation site's table prefix. The table prefix is the value placed in the front of your database tables. It is possible to have multiple installations in one database if you give each WordPress site a unique prefix.
Mode Modes affect the SQL syntax MySQL supports (and others such as MariaDB) . This setting performs various data validation checks. This makes it easier to use MySQL in different environments and to use MySQL together with other database servers. It is very useful when running into conversion issues. The following options are supported:
  • Default: This is the recommended setting to use. It will use the current Database mode setting.
  • Disable: This will prevent the database engine from running in any mode.
  • Custom: This option will allow you to enter a custom set of mode commands. See the documentation link below for options.
For a full overview please see the MySQL mode and MariaDB mode specific to your version. To add a custom setting enable the Custom radio button and enter in the mode(s) that needs to be applied.
Processing Chunking mode
Split the work of inserting data across several requests. If your host throttles requests or you're on a shared server that is being heavily utilized by other sites then you should choose this option. This is the default option.

Single step
Perform data insertion in a single request. This is typically a bit faster than chunking, however it is more susceptible to problems when the database is large or the host is constrained.
Create Run all CREATE SQL statements at once. This option should be checked when source database tables have foreign key relationships. When choosing this option there might be a chance of a timeout error. Uncheck this option to split CREATE queries in chunks. This option is checked by default.
Objects Allow or Ignore objects for "Views," "Stored Procedures," "Functions" and "DEFINER" statements. Typically the defaults for these settings should be used. In the event you see an error such as "'Access denied; you need (at least one of) the SUPER privilege(s) for this operation" then changing the value for each operation should be considered.


URLs & Paths Tab Pro

In the tab "URLs & Paths," you can read the current path of all the various path configurations for the WordPress site. These are advanced options that should only be edited if you know the correct path. These options are editable in the Pro version. These paths and URLs are set automatically by the package installer. You can set these paths and URLs manually. If you are changing it, please make sure you are putting the right path or URL.


Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh granted furlough for 21 days
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Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh

In a recent decision, the Haryana government has granted Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh a 21-day parole, allowing him temporary release from prison. This development follows a ruling by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, which dismissed a petition filed by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) challenging the legality of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s parole.

The decision has sparked significant attention, as Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who has been serving a 20-year sentence since 2017, has been granted multiple paroles over the past four years.

What is the reason behind Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s latest Furlough?

Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has been granted a furlough of 21 days by the Haryana Government. He was released from Rohtak Jail at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday morning.
According to official data, During this parole period of 21 days, Dera Chief will stay in Barnawa Ashram.

Though Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has been granted paroles multiple times, the furlough grant this time has caused a stir all over.

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s case is full of unexpected twists and turns, making it the center of widespread discussion.

Most people are curious about
– Is the parole granted to Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh by the Haryana Government legal?
– Does the Haryana Government display favoritism towards Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh?

Understanding the Legal Complexity of the Parole Act

What is Parole?

Parole is the temporary release of a prisoner before the end of their sentence, under specific conditions and usually for a limited period. It allows convicts to serve a portion of their sentence outside the prison while remaining under supervision.

Application of the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners Act, 2022

The Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act, 2022, is a legal framework that governs the temporary release of prisoners in Haryana. This Act allows eligible prisoners to apply for temporary release based on their good conduct and behavior while imprisoned.

Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has been granted multiple paroles under the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act, 2022 since 2021. In total, he has received approximately 182 days of parole from March 2023.

These multiple paroles as well as the large attention of the media on the Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh case have elicited a range of skeptical responses. The subject has made several people question its validity.

SGPC vs. Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh – The Parole Controversy

The SGPC’s petition expressed concerns that Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s frequent paroles were undermining the integrity of the legal system. However, the High Court, in its recent decision, dismissed these concerns, stating that there was no evidence of any misuse of the law in the Dera chief’s case.

The court found that the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act, 2022, had been correctly applied in Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s case and rejected arguments that the older 1988 Act should have been used instead.

Court’s Rationale for Lifting the Parole Restriction

The court pointed out that the most recent 40-day parole granted to Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh had already expired in March 2023. Since the Dera chief had surrendered and returned to prison, the court saw no need to further examine the merits of the SGPC’s petition.

The court emphasized that future parole applications should be handled strictly according to the provisions of the 2022 Act, without any bias or favoritism.

List of Paroles Granted to Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh

Since 2021, Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has been granted several paroles under the Haryana Good Conduct Prisoners (Temporary Release) Act, 2022. In total, he has received approximately 91 days of parole in both 2022 and 2023.
Here is the list of paroles granted to Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh.

Picture Source: https://www.barandbench.com/news/litigation/punjab-and-haryana-high-court-lifts-bar-grant-parole-gurmeet-ram-rahim

So, if you are curious,

Is the parole granted to Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh by the Haryana Government legal?

Throughout his paroles, Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has adhered to the legal requirements of the Parole Act. His paroles have been granted based on the Act’s stipulations regarding good conduct and behavior. The High Court’s recent ruling reaffirmed the legality of these paroles and upheld the application of the 2022 Act in his case.

Did Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s Parole Grants Increase His Popularity?

Each period of parole provided Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh with opportunities to engage with his followers. During these times, he conducted online satsangs and led various social and humanitarian activities. His work on drug addiction, cleanliness drives, and disaster relief gained widespread attention.

According to the official data of Dera Sacha Sauda, Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has about 60 million followers worldwide before his imprisonment. But the numbers have boosted to across 70 million after his several releases.

His welfare works increased media coverage and positive outcomes helped enhance his public image. As a result, his popularity grew in the society

What Are the Societal Implications of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s Parole?

Dera Chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s influence, particularly through online Satsangs has led to tangible social change. Thousands of individuals have reportedly overcome addiction and embraced healthier lifestyles.

He has launched several welfare initiatives to combat the Drug menace like the DEPTH campaign, SAFE campaign, and SAHARA- E – INSAN campaign. He has released various songs on YouTube to aware youth of the same.

His efforts to promote environmental cleanliness, and support disaster relief operations have garnered widespread appreciation. Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s initiatives have left a significant mark on the society.

Conclusion

While the followers of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh are celebrating the arrival of their Guru, The recent High Court ruling remains a key moment in the story of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s parole. Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s ongoing work in social and humanitarian areas continues to strengthen his influence. This influence attracts both support and criticism from different groups.