Understanding Victimology: A Brief overview Of The Law, Theory, and the Road Back to Dignity
Understanding Victimology: A Brief overview Of The Law, Theory, and the Road Back to Dignity Introduction Crime leaves more than a legal footprint; it leaves people with scars, questions, and a long road back to dignity, which is why a victim-centered lens is essential in any justice system that aims to heal as well as to punish. Victimology brings that lens into focus by asking who is harmed, how harm happens, and what helps people rebuild their lives with real support and legal remedies that do not depend only on a conviction. What Is Victimology? Victimology is the scientific study of victims of crime, exploring the patterns of victimization, the relationships between victims and offenders, and the systems that provide recovery, compensation, and voice within criminal justice. In India’s contemporary framework, the evolution from the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) reflects a growing recognition that the victim ...