Crime against Women in India: An Analytical Study

Abstract

Today violence against women in India has assumed an alarming proportion. This paper is highlights the crime against the legally protected right to sexual self-determination. Sexualised violence is one form of gender-based violence. Indian patriarchal setup, it
became an acceptable practice to abuse women. On the top of that, there are some crimes which are still not covered under any of the Indian law, like marital rape. The fear of violence is widespread among women in India. Many women feel unsafe in public spaces, especially at night. Women's safety in India is currently a serious concern. Significant increase in crime rates has been seen in the nation's crimes against women.