A Descriptive Analysis on Juvenile Delinquency in India.

Juvenile delinquency refers to the antisocial behaviour of children under the age of 18 years. The term juvenile delinquency refers to the socially disapproved behaviour because in this stage a lot of physiological and psychological changes happen in the body of the individuals living in the society. Due to these changes some of the children fail to balance their life and behaviour and there is a fair chance to engage in antisocial activities. Therefore the present attempt is an effort to study the incidence of crime committed by the juvenile delinquents, their family background and educational status in different states of India and particular in Haryana in the year of 2014 to 2016. The researchers have used the secondary data from the report of Crime Bureau of India, 2016. The result of the study indicates that the highest rate of crime was found in Delhi and lowest rate of crime was found in Meghalaya state. The Haryana state was on the ninth position in the crime committed by the juveniles. The result of the study further found that majority of the juveniles were educated and living with their parents and guardians. Only a few of them were homeless, which shows that our socialization pattern is not upto the mark. It is a matter of great debate and discussion which has forced the society members to think where we are lacking in given proper socialization to them. In nutshell, our educational institutions and family environment should be peaceful, happy, and prosperous to provide healthy socialization to the juveniles. Majority of the juvenile delinquents were literate and living with their parents. Only few respondents were living with their guardian and homeless.

Revista De Gestão Social E Ambiental, 2024

Objectives: This study aims to examine the patterns in juvenile delinquency based on factors including age, gender, offence type, and characteristics used in NCRB reports and to comprehend the various factors that contribute to juvenile crime. Methods: This study was done using the secondary data which was collected from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) reports in the year of 2017 to 2021 by the Government of India. Result and discussion: The analysis of the aforementioned data reveals that there is a higher level of juvenile crimes in India especially in various states. It also shows that a significant proportion of juvenile individuals have unfortunately fallen victim to a multitude of socioeconomic pressures, including poverty, inadequate parental guidance, limited access to education, and the influence of peer groups. The crime rate in India has exhibited a notable upward trend over the years, accompanied by a concerning decline in the rate of convictions. Conclusion: The issue of juvenile delinquency necessitates focused consideration and an approach that prioritizes the well-being of children, with an emphasis on safeguarding and proactive measures to prevent their involvement in deviant behaviour. Research Implications: The findings can have implications for policymakers and educators in the realm of pedagogy development. Additionally, it bears relevance for family members and other stakeholders who play a crucial role in fostering the comprehensive growth and development of children.

isara solutions, 2023

The paper researches the various reasons that lead to delinquency, especially in a developing economy facing a large extent of inequalities concerning the environment, expectations of the youth as well as parents, along with an underlying impact of school influence. Besides just grappling with the above issues, there could be certain medical reasons concerning the brain that could lead to an increase in this phenomenon. A holistic approach must be adopted by all stakeholders. Research question: This paper is an attempt to understand the reasons behind the increasing incidents of juvenile delinquency throughout the world. It is being felt increasingly in India as well. For the betterment of society, a serious attempt has to be undertaken to understand the reasons behind this abnormal behaviour and if it is possible for it to be addressed at an early stage so that the world can be a safer place for all.

IOSR-HSS, 2024

The most vital and active segment of the population in any nation is its youth. Due to psycho-social influences, teenage life exhibits a variety of qualities, structures, aspirations, and temperaments... India being a collectivistic society, juvenile delinquency results majorly due to cultural crossroads, socio-psychological factors, economic/social disadvantages and faulty influences of surroundings. Data was collected in the form of semi-structured interviews from the sample of representative officers (N=14) and other working professionals of Juvenile Justice Boards and correctional homes in 3 districts of Uttar Pradesh. After the thematic analysis, several sub-themes were derived and discussed. Further analysis has shown a remarkableimpact of education, gender and socioeconomic status on the proportion of children in conflict with the law.

Juvenile delinquency is one the major problem to which India is subjected to, a social evil that put the future of the country at stake. This article deals with the nature of the origin of delinquent activities and the stages at which it takes place with perspective to Durkheim's theory of " suicide ". If the nature and the origin of a juvenile is understood than it is more beneficial to construct an approach not just to cure the social evil of delinquencies but also to campaign some preventions measure so as to stop such activities from its very root of origin. This article focused on such approach along with a logistic understanding of the nature of the origin and culture of juvenile delinquencies.

Journal of Education and Health Promotion , 2024

BACKGROUND: Juvenile delinquency appears to be the most widespread social issue in comparison to other social issues. Social factors and conditions have a significant impact on the prevalence of delinquency. Individuals who engage in criminal behavior before reaching the age of 18 are commonly referred to as juvenile offenders. The aim of this study is to comprehensively elucidate the research and work carried out on juvenile offenders, with a specific focus on the critical role played by social factors in all facets of juvenile delinquency. Additionally, this research seeks to investigate the social roots and influences that contribute to the criminal behavior of young offenders. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This article uses a literature review methodology to analyze research on social factors influencing juvenile delinquency. It synthesizes and evaluates prior findings to understand the complex interplay between social factors and young individuals' involvement in delinquent behaviors. The study analyzed 80 articles from reputable online databases, focusing on juvenile delinquency, offenders, crime, and social factors. Out of the 80 articles, 53 were cited, meeting inclusion criteria, including publication within 2000-2023, rigorous peer-review, and reputable database indexing. RESULTS: As per the findings of the research, it has been observed that children who grow up in households that exhibit affection, hospitality, and encouragement are comparatively less susceptible to the manifestation of societal maladies. Children who have experienced parental abandonment are at heightened risk of developing delinquent behaviors. CONCLUSION: The presence of negative family dynamics and associations with delinquent peers are widely recognized as significant contributors to the development of drug abuse behavior. It is imperative for policymakers and preventive initiatives to have a comprehensive understanding of this complex relationship. Therefore, this literature review presented a distinct overview of the influence of social factors on juvenile offenders in India.

Sociological Inquiry, 1977

isara solutions, 2022

This is a study of juveniles based in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh for the rehabilitation and social reintegration of juveniles in conflict with the law. The Juvenile Delinquency is a state of children being held guilty under law for the offence committed without awareness and influence, however, oppressed and non understanding to take good decisions and do good actions. The juveniles have unlawful behavior which compels them to commit crime and become Juvenile

PEOPLE: International Journal of Social Sciences, 2018

2013