Abstract

The paper discussed the crimes against women in states of western and northern regions of India. It has found that Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Maharashtra has higher incidences of crimes against women then other states in the regions. Goa, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand has comparatively lower incidences of crimes against women. Uttar Pradesh has the highest incidences and victims of SLL crimes against women, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan On the other hand, least incidences and victims of such crimes is reported in Goa preceded by Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. Uttar Pradesh also has the highest incidences and victims of total crime against women (IPC+SLL) followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan. On the other hand, least incidences and victims of total crime against women (IPC+SLL) reported in Goa preceded by Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Therefore, Governments of the concern states should implement proper policies and regulations for minimizing the incidences of crime against women.

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