Garhwal Post Bureau
Haridwar, 13 Apr: The Annual Closing Ceremony at Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar, was successfully concluded with a significant academic session on the theme “Criminal Laws, Society & Responsibility”. The event brought together academicians, students, and experts to deliberate on the evolving relationship between human behaviour, legal systems, and social responsibility in modern society.
The keynote address was delivered by Prof Dr BKS Sanjay, Padma Shri awardee and President, AIIMS Guwahati, who emphasised that crime is not merely a legal or judicial issue but fundamentally a deep psychological and social phenomenon rooted in human behaviour, emotional control, and social environment. He stated that every crime begins as a thought in the mind, which gradually transforms into emotion, intention, and ultimately action. Therefore, effective crime prevention requires behavioural awareness, self-discipline, and value-based education.
He highlighted the importance of interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligence, noting that criminal tendencies often develop due to peer pressure, social environment, and emotional imbalance.
Prof Dr Sanjay further stated that road safety is essentially a behavioural responsibility, where violations such as over-speeding and road rage are not just legal issues but clear reflections of lack of social discipline and emotional control. He observed that in contemporary urban settings, public roads are increasingly being treated as personal entitlement rather than shared resources, leading to conflict and accidents.
Extending this perspective to a global level, he pointed out that similar thinking can be observed in the context of strategic maritime routes and international waterways, which are sometimes viewed through the lens of control rather than shared responsibility. He emphasized that whether it is roads in our neighbourhoods or global resources such as the Strait of Hormuz, both must be used with discipline, cooperation, and mutual respect.
He further stated that while punishment is essential, it primarily addresses outcomes rather than root causes. Sustainable solutions require awareness, ethical education, and emotional intelligence.
The session also highlighted the growing role of AI-driven digital forensic technologies in modern criminal investigation.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks, appreciating Prof Dr Sanjay’s insightful address and reaffirming the university’s commitment to value-based education and social responsibility.
