This work explores the transformative potential of neuroscience in reshaping India's criminal justice system. It deftly navigates the complex terrain of neurolaw, examining its implications for criminal responsibility, rehabilitation, and the very foundations of legal thought. Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscientific research and India's rich philosophical traditions, the work proposes innovative approaches to longstanding legal and ethical dilemmas. It covers a wide range of topics with depth and nuance, from a neurocriminological audit of Indian criminal codes to an exploration of neuroplasticity in offender rehabilitation. It includes a fascinating case study of the Vipassana meditation program in Indian prisons, illustrating the practical applications of neurolaw principles. The volume promises to spark crucial conversations about the nature of human behavior, the purpose of punishment, and the possibility of a more humane and effective justice system. It is a bold step toward a neuroscience-informed jurisprudence that honors both scientific truth and human dignity. At the intersection of neuroscience, law, and Indian philosophy, the work offers a unique perspective on some of the most pressing questions in modern jurisprudence. Representing a significant contribution to the global discourse on neurolaw and offering concrete suggestions for legal reform, judicial practice, and policymaking, it will be an essential read for legal scholars, neuroscientists, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of criminal justice.
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Neurolaw and Criminal Jurisprudence in India
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- Cover
- Half Title
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- About the Author
- 1 Introduction: Neurolaw’s Global Emergence and India’s Unique Position
- 2 Foundations of Neurolaw and Neurocriminology
- 3 Neurocriminological Audit of Indian Criminal Codes
- 4 Reimagining Sentencing: Case for Rehabilitative and Restorative Justice
- 5 Restorative Justice and Neurolaw: A Mindfulness-Based Approach
- 6 Case Study: The Vipassana Prison Meditation Program
- 7 Metaphysics of Neurolaw: Free Will, Determinism, and Criminal Responsibility
- 8 Neurolaw and Mental Health Legislation in India
- 9 Neurotechnology and the Future of Criminal Justice: India and Beyond
- 10 Toward an Indian Neurojuridical Ontology: India’s Contributions to Global Neurolaw
- Glossary
- Appendices
- Bibliography
- Index
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