Author: SnigdhaSharma

Introduction: The Silent Side Of Crime In the intricate framework of criminal justice, the spotlight has historically been cast on offenders—their motives, culpability, and punishment—while the victim, the very person harmed, often fades into the background. The concept of victimology emerges as a corrective lens, refocusing attention on the individual who suffers the brunt of crime’s consequences. It is not merely the study of victimization but a discipline that advocates for human dignity, restorative justice, and empathetic reform. Victimology explores the patterns and causes of victimization, the psychological and social aftermath of crimes, and the legal mechanisms that can restore…