Renowned Indian Professor of Victimology, K. Chockalingam, has been selected for the Hans von Hentig Award by the World Society of Victimology.

Prof. Dr Chockalingam is a renowned academician and scholar in the field of victimology.

He is widely respected for his extensive contributions to the field of education and youth development.

He has received several awards for his studies on criminology and victimology was the founding member and head of the department of criminology of the University of Madras.

About Hans von Hentig Award 

This is the highest award by the Society and is presented in remembrance of the famous pioneer of Victimology, Hans von Hentig. The award is presented once in three years to a person who has made a significant contribution in the field of Victimology.