STUDY ON THE SOCIAL PERCEPTION ON JUVENILE OFFENDERS AND OFFENCES IN INDIA

Abstract

Rehabilitation will bring a Positive change in our society .The main objective of this study is to find causes of juvenile offences,and methods to eradicate them and link between the lack of education and juvenile offence and government initiatives . Around 235 samples collected through a convenient sampling method. Sample frame - INDIA. Through this research it can be said that the government is taking various effective policies but those lacks proper implementation , then it was found that family problems, poverty and peer pressure and parents - teacher neglect major causes of poverty and higher percentage of people believe that rehabilitation should be encouraged- for the overall development of our society. Suggestion - children should be given basic care ,and they shouldn't be neglected from the side of the parents and if a child commits any offence is the the best possible way he should be given a chance to change. This study aims to explore the social perception surrounding juvenile offenders and offences in India. Juvenile delinquency is a complex issue influenced by various factors, including socioeconomic conditions, family environment, peer influence, educational factors, substance abuse, exposure to violence and trauma, and the lack of rehabilitation and reintegration programs. However, social perception plays a significant role in shaping attitudes, beliefs, and behaviours towards juvenile offenders.The study will employ a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups, to gather data from the general population in different regions of India.