01. Forensic Pathology

Forensic Pathology is a specialized branch of medicine that applies medical expertise to investigate deaths, injuries, and other health-related issues with legal implications. It plays a pivotal role in both the justice system and community health, helping uncover the truth behind deaths and understanding disease processes and injuries. It combines medical knowledge, investigative skills, common sense, and experience to interpret circumstances surrounding deaths, illnesses, and injuries.

Importantly, the content is presented in simple and accessible language, ensuring that citizens from all walks of life—regardless of background or education—can grasp the essentials of this vital process.

02. Forensic Ballistics

Forensic Ballistics is the scientific analysis of firearms, bullets, cartridge cases, and shooting incidents to support criminal investigations and courtroom evidence. It helps identify the weapon used, match bullets to specific firearms, and reconstruct shooting dynamics. Forensic Ballistics plays a vital role in linking weapons, suspects, and crime scenes.

03. Autopsy Manual

This Autopsy Manual has been developed as part of a broader effort to enhance public understanding of the autopsy process. Recognizing its critical role in the Criminal Justice System, the manual aims to demystify the procedures, principles, and protocols involved in forensic autopsies.

Every effort has been made to include all relevant factors surrounding an autopsy—ranging from the history, morgue, autopsy process, and reporting that may have legal implications. By fostering awareness and understanding, this manual contributes not only to legal transparency but also to community health and public trust.

04. Asphyxial Deaths

Violent Asphyxial deaths refer to fatalities caused by a lack of oxygen, leading to hypoxia and ultimately death. These deaths can be classified into several types based on the mechanism of oxygen deprivation. The main categories of Violent Asphyxial Deaths include Strangulation, Hanging, and Suffocation.

Hanging involves suspension of the body by the neck, typically using a ligature. Strangulation involves the compression of the neck, obstructing blood flow and/or airflow.

It can be further divided into- Manual Strangulation, Compression of the neck using hands or forearms[Throttling], Ligature Strangulation, Suffocation, Smothering & Obstruction of Airway by a gag or foreign body in the mouth[Gagging].