A Study On The Victim Compensation System: The Need For An Overhaul To Achieve Affirmative Justice
- IJLLR Journal
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Dr. Prakruthi A R, Assistant Professor of Law, Vidyavardhaka Law College, Mysuru
ABSTRACT
Despite developments, several challenges continue to affect the effectiveness of the victim compensation system. Lack of awareness, procedural delays, inadequate compensation amounts, and inconsistencies in implementation often prevent victims from receiving meaningful relief. Moreover, compensation alone cannot fully address the diverse needs of victims, who may require long-term medical care, psychological counselling, social support, and economic rehabilitation. The study highlights the need for a comprehensive overhaul of the victim compensation system to achieve the objectives of affirmative justice. Such an approach requires viewing victims not merely as participants in criminal proceedings but as individuals entitled to protection, recognition, and restoration. A more effective compensation framework should ensure timely assistance, uniform standards, simplified procedures, and integrated rehabilitation services. In conclusion, affirmative justice demands a balanced criminal justice system that addresses both the accountability of offenders and the welfare of victims. Strengthening the victim compensation mechanism will contribute to restoring the dignity of victims, enhancing public confidence in the justice system, and promoting a more humane and inclusive approach to justice. The true measure of a just society lies not only in how it punishes offenders but also in how it supports and empowers those who have suffered harm. This article pointed out the overlook on victim compensation system for affirmative justice
Keywords: Victim, Affirmative Justice, Victim compensation and Victim and Accused Centric.
