Archive · 24 Jul 2026

Bystander Effect: To Record or Intervene?

Bystander Effect: To Record or Intervene?

In India, when people see a crime happening, they often don't know if they should help or just record it.

Some people think it's better to record because helping can be dangerous.

They also worry about getting in trouble with the police.

Others think recording is also risky but might be safer.

The main reason people don't help is because they are scared and don't trust the police and courts.

They think helping might cause more problems for them than it's worth.

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