Forensic Anthropology in Crime Investigation and the Administration of Justice

Contents: Acknowledgements. Foreword. Preface. 1. Anthropology and forensic science. 2. Forensic anthropology in the contemporary society. 3. Examination of human skeletons for establishing identity. 4. Anthropometry. 5. Human identity from footprints. 6. Human identity from fingerprints. 7. Forensic odontology and human identity. 8. Trace and miscellaneous evidence in establishing human identity. 9. Serological methods in forensic science. 10. DNA profiling in forensic science. 11. Dowry death investigations in India. 12. Forensic medicine and medico-legal examinations. 13. Individuality of handwriting. 14. Expert evidences in the courts of law. Bibliography. Index.

"This book "Forensic Anthropology in Crime Investigation and the Administration of Justice", written by Dr. J.R. Gaur and Dr. V. Bhalla is the outcome of more than thirty years of experience of the authors in Forensic Anthropology. It is believed that this book will serve as a ready reference for the police, prosecution, judiciary, medical officers, lawyers and the students and teachers of Forensic medicine, anthropology, human biology and the allied disciplines. Hope and trust that this venture will prove to be an asset in the dissemination of justice to the common masses through the aids of Forensic Anthropology. It is also expected to serve as a ready reference in forensic research in medical colleges and the universities."