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Abstract
The issue of youth in crime is an area of increasing concern in the context of the fact that crime rates have been steadily rising in urban India. With liberalization and growth of a consumer economy, newer avenues in the illegal sector have emerged, which have direct absorption and income generating avenues for the educated and semi-educated youth. This research deals with the youth crimes, the reasons for increase in crime rate, the causes and the effects of youth crimes. Fifty samples were administered for the research questionnaire after taking their consent. Simple percentage Analysis and Henry Garrett Ranking were used to analyse the data. The results showed the significant impact of youth crimes. The suggestions and findings are given below at the end of the research.