A STUDY ON PERCEPTION OF MALES AS VICTIMS IN FALSE ACCUSATIONS: EXAMINING THE IMPACT OF INDIAN PENAL CODE AND BHARATIYA NYAYA SANHITA PROVISIONS IN URBAN INDIA
AUTHOR – G.REETHIKAA, STUDENT AT SAVEETHA SCHOOL OF LAW, SAVEETHA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL AND TECHNICAL SCIENCE (SIMATS)
BEST CITATION – G.REETHIKAA, A STUDY ON PERCEPTION OF MALES AS VICTIMS IN FALSE ACCUSATIONS: EXAMINING THE IMPACT OF INDIAN PENAL CODE AND BHARATIYA NYAYA SANHITA PROVISIONS IN URBAN INDIA, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 4 (2) OF 2024, PG. 1152-1173, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344
ABSTRACT
This study examines the perception of males as victims in false accusation cases within urban India, focusing on the impact of provisions in the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the proposed Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The research aims to understand societal attitudes, legal challenges, and potential consequences faced by male victims in the context of false accusations. Employing a descriptive research approach, the study utilizes a convenient sample of 200 participants from the Chennai region to gather data through structured questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The objectives include assessing public awareness, analysing the impact of current and proposed legal provisions, identifying potential gender biases in the legal system, and exploring societal attitudes towards male victims. The methodology involves statistical analysis of quantitative data and thematic analysis of qualitative responses to identify patterns and insights. The study’s findings are expected to shed light on the complex challenges faced by male victims of false accusations, highlighting varying levels of public awareness regarding legal provisions and their potential misuse. The research aims to inform policy discussions, legal reforms, and social initiatives by emphasizing the need for balanced legal approaches, improved support systems for male victims, and enhanced public education on gender equality in the justice system.
Keywords: False accusations, Male victims, Indian Penal Code (IPC), Urban India, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).