ORGANIZED CRIMES IN INDIA: AN INSIGHT FROM BHARTIYA NYAYA SANHITA, 2023

AUTHORS – MR. GAGAN GILL* & MR. RISHAV DOGRA**,

* STUDENT OF LL.M, SANT BABA BHAG SINGH UNIVERSITY, JALANDHAR. EMAIL ID- GILLGAGAN1607@GMAIL.COM

** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN LAW, SANT BABA BHAG SINGH UNIVERSITY, JALANDHAR. EMAIL – EMAIL ID- DOGRARISHU1993@GMAIL.COM

BEST CITATION – MR. GAGAN GILL & MR. RISHAV DOGRA, ORGANIZED CRIMES IN INDIA: AN INSIGHT FROM BHARTIYA NYAYA SANHITA, 2023, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 4 (1) OF 2025, PG. 716-723, APIS – 3920-0007 | ISSN – 2583-7230.

ABSTRACT

Organized crimes have evolved into a transnational phenomenon, transcending geographical boundaries and national jurisdictions. These crimes manifest in various forms, including drug trafficking, arms trade, human exploitation, cybercrime, and counterfeiting. The contemporary landscape of organized crime is increasingly complex, driven by the emergence of sophisticated crime syndicates. Transnational organized crimes affect nearly every country, fueled by factors such as poverty, inequality, globalization, technological advancements, corruption, and weak governance. Organized crime has become a global challenge, impacting countries involved in the supply and demand chain. In India, Mumbai, being the financial capital and home to the country’s largest port, is a prime target for organized crime groups. Organized crime is a complex phenomenon characterized by the collaboration of like-minded individuals who work together to achieve illicit goals, generating profits through illegal activities. These criminal organizations often provide services such as kidnapping, smuggling, extortion, and contract killing, as well as engaging in petty crimes like pickpocketing, chain snatching, and theft. A leader typically heads these organizations, reaping significant financial benefits and wielding considerable influence over the group’s operations. The impact of organized crime on societal peace and security is substantial, causing widespread harm and undermining public trust in law enforcement. According to the Global Organized Crime Index 2023, India ranks 61st out of 193 countries in terms of criminality score, highlighting the need for effective countermeasures. To address this issue, Indian legislation has introduced Sections 111 and 112 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which specifically target organized crime and provide a framework for investigation, prosecution, and punishment of those involved. The paper provides an overview of the legal framework in India designed to counter and prevent organized criminal activities as per new criminal law regime. The study addresses the ever changing characteristics of criminal groups in India as well as its effects. The study delves into the legislative measures, judicial mechanisms, and law enforcement strategies that collectively constitute the nation’s approach to tackling organized crime.

Keywords: Organized crime, Effects, Characteristics, Legislative provisions of Organized Crime in India, Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, organized crimes syndicates, sec 11 and 112 of BNS 2023.