"Khap Adjudication in India: Respect for Culture through Crime"

Abstract

Metropolitan liberals with a strange view of rural life can only imagine that rural India is Arcadian. Just five minutes into a racist-infested area, as no belief or tradition has ever been questioned, it is no longer explored here! The Khap Panchayats, a formerly trustworthy and democratic society, are now firmly rooted in politics. In the name of preserving Indian culture, they commit crimes and thus promote a criminal culture in the offspring. Between culture and modernity, tight control and fear of loss, there is a constant war in India and around the world. While India is shining, some of its worst settlements are in ancient times, acting like Taliban. ‘Respectful killings’ are human rights abuses, violence against women, denial of personal freedom, and violation of the law. As India tries to fly high, such degrading practices will tarnish its international reputation. Ignoring the long-term frequency of such vicious acts will cost us dearly. Though the Indian judges came out as silver, yet there is much left. Since time requires that we break the chains of sleep and respond positively, my research may focus on exploring specific (legal) ways to deal with those constitutional rebels; and it would reveal mysteries. This article will try to provide some solutions.