Poor Implementation of Rape Laws in India
Lead author · Corresponding
Arpita Sarkar
LL.M. Student at FIMT, GGSIPU, India
Co-author
Mansi
LL.M. Student at FIMT, GGSIPU, India
Abstract
This paper examines the poor implementation of rape laws in India, particularly focusing on the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), and landmark judgments such as Bodhisattwa Gautam v. Subhra Chakraborty (BNS) and State of Punjab v. Gurmit Singh (BNSS). Despite progressive legal frameworks and judicial interventions, India continues to witness systemic failures in implementing rape laws, which contribute to delayed justice, victim intimidation, and low conviction rates. This paper explores the existing legal structure, its shortcomings in execution, and the reforms needed to bridge the gap between legislation and practice.
Keywords
Rape
Implementation
Policy
State
Justice
Victim Compensation
Legal aid
Rehabilitation
Framework
Poliicy gaps
Challenges
Cultural stigma
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