Abhinav Biswal

UGC NET-qualified sociologist and law graduate with 18+ peer-reviewed publications spanning criminology, gender justice, ADR, and socio-legal studies. Combines M.A. (Distinction) in Sociology with LL.B. for rigorous academic research and teaching.

Fieldwork Researcher - Chowdwar Circle Jail - Cuttack, Odisha, India

(2019-02 - 2019-02)

One-week immersive fieldwork study (11–16 Feb 2019) conducted during postgraduate coursework. Analysed crime patterns, social disorganization, and correctional environments through direct observation and inmate interaction.

• Conducted primary fieldwork at Chowdwar Circle Jail profiling psychological and sociological traits of incarcerated individuals
• Documented gender-neutral crime patterns and rising anomie linked to declining moral obligations
• Analysed progression from minor to complex offences, contributing findings to peer-reviewed criminology research

LL.B.

• Bachelor of Laws - Madhusudan Law University, Cuttack (2026)

M.A.

• Sociology - Ravenshaw University, Cuttack (2017 - 2019)

B.A.

• Sociology - Ravenshaw University, Cuttack (2014 - 2017)

Class XII - CBSE - DAV Public School, CDA Sector 6, Cuttack (2013)

Class X - CBSE - DAV Public School, CDA Sector 6, Cuttack (2012)