A Case Study of Crime Against Women In India and Its Impact

Abstract: Crime against the women in all countries is frequent. Physical and sexual assault by her husband and family members have a very bad impact on psychological and physical impact on her normal life. Crimes of such nature are increasing rapidly in India. Poor economic background and low level of education leads to the violence against women. The main reason of domestic violence on women in India is male dominance. Disparities in society like caste, gender, sexual orientation, manifest itself in crimes against women. Strict laws will help in bringing down these crimes. Not only will this cultural and social awakening education of women also help us to stop crime against women.

Keywords: Dowry, Sexual Assault, Women, Domestic Violence, Disparities.