A study of the cases of sexual offences at tertiary care hospital, Assam, INDIA
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2014, Vol 1, Issue 8
Abstract
A detailed study of the cases of sexual offences brought for medical examination to the Dept. of Forensic Medicine, Silchar Medical College, Silchar, Assam during the period 01.01.2013 to 31.12.2013 was carried out with a view to finding out the demographic trend of the cases, the vulnerable group and also to formulate measures for minimizing such incident. Data collected directly as well as from the police requisition were analysed and inferences drawn. Observation reveals more vulnerability in high-school going girls and also in the age group of 10 - 30 years. In certain cases it is found that the victims are sent on police requisition without mentioning the section or act under which the police case is registered putting the doctor in the risk of omitting important points at the time of examination relevant to the section or act. Bodily injuries and injury to the genitals were very less in comparison to the number of cases examined. In conclusion, it can be said that awareness regarding importance of medical examination in such cases will definitely increase conviction rate. Cumulative approach of society and Administration, stringent implementation of law, public support system and a motivation to help each other will help minimizing such incidents.
Authors and Affiliations
Gunajit Das, Nandini Pegu, Monalisa Dev, Priyanka Singha
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