Use Of Dna As Evidence In Court System With Current Perspective In India

Abstract

Scientific and technical implementation along with the change in social standards of environment have made new challenges to the criminal justice system. With the change of thinking in society and technology, there has been an increase in the crime percentage. DNA provides the scientific evidence beyond the doubt and thus contributes in criminal as well as civil investigations.

DNA has opened new areas as extensive aid in the resolution of civil and criminal disputes.

In our country, DNA technology was introduced first time in a paternity matter in 1989. In July 2019, the DNA Technology bill 2019 was introduced in the Indian parliament.