A Comparative Sociological Study of Juvenile Delinquency in Urban and Rural Uttar Pradesh: Evidence from Kanpur Nagar and Kanpur Dehat
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Comparative Sociological Study of Juvenile Delinquency in Urban and Rural Uttar Pradesh: Evidence from Kanpur Nagar and Kanpur Dehat
Dr. Poornima Shukla
Abstract:Juvenile delinquency has become a significant socio‑legal concern in India, particularly in states undergoing rapid demographic and cultural transitions. Uttar Pradesh consistently reports high rates of juvenile crime, with notable variations between urban and rural districts. This study provides a comparative sociological analysis of juvenile delinquency in Kanpur Nagar (urban) and Kanpur Dehat (rural), examining how socio‑economic conditions, family structures, digital exposure, and community environments shape youth offending. Using a reconstructed mixed‑methods design, the study integrates interviews, case studies, and secondary data from NCRB reports. Findings reveal that urban juveniles are more involved in organized, violent, and cyber‑enabled offences, while rural juveniles predominantly engage in sexual offences, property theft, and family‑driven conflicts. The study highlights the influence of modernization, weakened social control, and digital ecosystems on youth behaviour. Recommendations include strengthening family‑based interventions, improving school engagement, enhancing digital‑safety education, and reforming juvenile justice mechanisms.
Keywords: Juvenile delinquency, Uttar Pradesh, Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat, youth crime, socio‑economic factors,criminology.
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