Female Crime in India and Theortical Perspectives of Crime

Book Summary of Female Crime In India And Theortical Perspective Of Crime The book traces the emerging importance of the problem of female crime. It examines the nature and trends of female crime and attempts to provide some theoretical perspectives of female criminality. It is significant work in social science and it makes a contribution to the knowledge of Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work and Law. The book will provide valuable information to researchers, government functionaries and NGOs. It also serves as a resource in addressing crimes by women and will be of interest to a multidisciplinary academics as well as policy-makers and activists. About the Author Smriti A Bhosle, presently is Chairperson of Adhoc Board of Foundation Courses and member of Management Council, Senate, Grievance committee, Board of Studies of S.N.D.T Womens University. Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgements Crime in India, Female Criminals and Justice Process Female Crime: A Theoretical Perspective Review of Literature Methodology of the Study Demographic Profile of Under-trial Female Criminals Socio-Economic Background of Under-trial Female Criminals Nature and Causes of Female Crimes Respondents Attitudes and Feelings towards Offence, Prison and Society Some Case Studies Conclusions and Suggestions Feminist Perspectives in Criminology Gender Differences in Crime Women in Prison Prison visiting System in India Prison Statistics...