title: Death penalty in India: A critical study on its relevance and necessity
abstract: The death penalty in India is a subject of intense debate, balancing the demand for justice with concerns about human rights and judicial fallibility. This research paper examines the relevance and necessity of capital punishment in India by exploring its legal framework, philosophical arguments, global perspectives, and key case studies such as the Nirbhaya case, Yakub Memon, and Afzal Guru. It also discusses the moral, ethical, and human rights implications of retaining or abolishing the death
journal: International Journal of Criminal Common and Statutory Law