Criminal system historically accused–centric tha: focus guilt aur punishment pe tha, victim side-line pe. Ab victim compensation schemes aur court-ordered compensation ka concept strong ho raha hai.
State-level funds serious crimes ke victims ko financial support provide karte hain – medical care, rehab, basic sustenance. Courts bhi sentencing ke time compensation order kar sakte hain, separate from fine.
Compensation ka purpose emotional pain price lagana nahi; basic support aur acknowledgement dena hai ki system unka nuksan recognise karta hai. Application process, documentation (FIR, medical records, income loss proofs) yahan crucial hai.
Challenges bhi hain – low awareness, slow processing, insufficient amounts. Phir bhi, direction clear hai: criminal justice sirf “State vs Accused” nahi, victim bhi centre me aa raha hai.