Citation

Bansal H. Natl. J. Crim. Law 2023; 6(2): 19-29.

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Abstract

Dowry is a social evil that is deeply rooted in Indian customs since medieval times. It is now the cause of death of thousands of married women every year. India currently ranks 1st in violence and deaths relating to dowry. In 2020, nearly 7000 brides died due to domestic violence related to dowry. It means, that more than 19 women died every day last year because of dowry.1 Even though India is developing technologically, dowry deaths and bride burning still seem to be a common occurrence in Indian society, especially in the backward villages which do not have a swift connection with the modern cities and societies. India prohibited dowry demand in 1961, but even after six decades dowry demands are common, due to which women suffer both physical and mental violence. Even though the laws relating to dowry demand and dowry death are as strict as they can get, it seems like these laws are inadequate in stopping such crimes. This research paper gives the reader an insight into the gravity of dowry death in detail through various case laws and other facts and data. This paper sheds light on the history of the dowrydemand as well a son the current scenario regarding the violence relating to dowry. This paper focuses on the current issues relating to dowry death as well as providing probable solutions and the author's opinion on the said issues. The authors used analytical research methodology for this paper to provide a clear and detailed understanding of why domestic violence and other offences relating to dowry are still prevailing in current modern Indian society and why Indian laws relating to it are failing.

Language: en