Manuscript Number : SHISRRJ24743

The rampant occurrence of Mob Violence poses a serious threat to the peace and cohesion of various socio-cultural groups in India. Mob Violence, commonly known as Mob Lynching, is a prevalent societal issue that involves the brutal and unlawful assault of an individual by a crowd or mob, often resulting in severe injury or death. This egregious crime, with one victim and multiple perpetrators, creates intricate challenges in navigating the legal and judicial processes, thereby complicating the delivery of justice. In India, mob violence frequently stems from deep-seated socio-cultural factors such as religious tensions, caste conflicts, class disparities, ethnic animosities, linguistic differences, and tribal feuds. Despite the existence of some legal provisions in the Indian Penal Code that can be applied to cases of Mob Violence, there is a lack of specific legislation that comprehensively addresses the issue of mob violence and mob lynching. This gap in the law raises serious concerns about the protection of fundamental human rights, particularly for the victims of such acts, irrespective of their socio-cultural background. It calls into question the equal and consistent application of human rights safeguards in the face of these alarming instances of mob violence and lynching. Mob violence and crowd justice have become serious issues in India. There is an urgent need for specific laws to address mob violence and hold those involved accountable. The prevalence of mob violence poses a threat to the rule of law and undermines the justice system. It is important to address this issue and enact appropriate legislation to prevent and punish mob violence in India. The following discussion delves into the necessity of enacting a law to address mob violence in India and examines the challenges associated with its implementation.