Conversation so far:
Did Babrak Karmal write The Fundamental Principles?
It is unclear if Babrak Karmal created the Fundamental Principles of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan on his own, but he definitely is credited with enforcing these policies.
What were the Fundamental Principals?
The Fundamental Principles: guaranteed freedom of speech, the right to security and life, the right to peaceful association, the right to demonstrate and the right to a fair trial.
Was the Fundamental Principles supported by the public?
The mistrust most Afghans felt towards the government was a problem for Babrak Karmal. Many still remembered when he had lied and said he would protect private capital in 1978.
Did the Fundamental Principles cause any conflict within the people?
Another clause stated that the state had the right to take families under its supervision. While it looked democratic at the outset, the Fundamental Principles was based on contradictions.
Was Babrak Karmal granted amnesty from Muhammad Daoud Khan?
In 1953 Babrak Karmal was arrested because of his student union activities, but was released three years later in 1956 in an amnesty by Muhammad Daoud Khan.

Question: Was amnesty granted to the prisoners?
Self-contained rewrite: Was amnesty granted to the people imprisoned during Nur Mohammad Taraki's and Amin's rule?