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Association Between Family Socioeconomic Status and Juvenile Crime
Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities · Area of research: Sociology
Abstract
This research explores the link between family socioeconomic status and juvenile crime, a pressing issue in contemporary Indian society. Juvenile delinquency, influenced by complex social, economic, and psychological factors, has become increasingly visible, with youth participating in crimes ranging from petty theft to serious offences like homicide. This study aims to identify how elements such as poverty, broken homes, peer pressure, and beggary contribute to juvenile misconduct. Using a mixed-method approach involving doctrinal research and primary data collected through structured questionnaires from individuals aged 18?30 in Punjab, the study provides both statistical and interpretive insights. The findings reveal that peer pressure and poverty are among the most significant factors influencing juvenile crime. Respondents emphasized the importance of counselling, parental involvement, and educational programs in preventing delinquency. The research concludes with recommendations focused on community-based reform, improved family support systems, and awareness programs to curb the growing threat of juvenile crime.
Keywords
Juvenile Delinquency, Socioeconomic Factors, Youth Crime, Peer Pressure, Poverty and Crime.
References
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How to cite this paper
@article{1709520,
author = {Ananya Sharma},
title = {Association Between Family Socioeconomic Status and Juvenile Crime},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {9},
number = {1},
pages = {106-113},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1709520.pdf},
abstract = {This research explores the link between family socioeconomic status and juvenile crime, a pressing issue in contemporary Indian society. Juvenile delinquency, influenced by complex social, economic, and psychological factors, has become increasingly visible, with youth participating in crimes ranging from petty theft to serious offences like homicide. This study aims to identify how elements such as poverty, broken homes, peer pressure, and beggary contribute to juvenile misconduct. Using a mixed-method approach involving doctrinal research and primary data collected through structured questionnaires from individuals aged 18?30 in Punjab, the study provides both statistical and interpretive insights. The findings reveal that peer pressure and poverty are among the most significant factors influencing juvenile crime. Respondents emphasized the importance of counselling, parental involvement, and educational programs in preventing delinquency. The research concludes with recommendations focused on community-based reform, improved family support systems, and awareness programs to curb the growing threat of juvenile crime.},
keywords = {Juvenile Delinquency, Socioeconomic Factors, Youth Crime, Peer Pressure, Poverty and Crime.},
month = {July},
}