The Law and its Implementation: Criminal Law

Abstract

It is necessary to draw attention to the tradition of over legislation in India. In the 1980's and 90's there has been focus on various issues in the women's movement, especially on legislative reforms. The result is the highest number of laws on violence against women.

However, all this legislation is haphazard, partly due to lack of understanding in formulating issues, partly to the indifference of the legislature and many other factors. It is deplorable that women cannot get justice from the courts because these laws are only "paper tigers." There are enough loopholes for perpetrators to escape through. Experience as a lawyer even leads one to advise women not to approach courts.