Aastha Verma, BA LLB, School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore
ABSTRACT
Honour Killing as a Crime has been prevalent not only in India but also around most parts of the world. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the prevalence of Honour Killings in India and explores the victims of Honour Killings and the various factors that contribute to this crime. It focuses on the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in detecting the perpetrators of these crimes. It tries to analyze the mindset and behaviour of offenders of this crime using various criminological theories and examines the role of different bodies in addressing Honour Killings. It also delves into the question of whether there is a need for a special law to govern Honour Killings or whether the existing system of managing it under Sections 300 and 302 of the IPC is sufficient. By shedding light on the root causes of the crime, this paper aims to provide insights that can aid in the development of effective prevention and intervention strategies.
Keywords: Honour Killings, Dishonour, Khap Panchayat, Inter-caste Marriage, Inter-religious marriage, Social-Learning Theory, General Strain Theory, Sub-culture Theory
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