Difference between Fingerprint Patterns among the South Indian and North Indian Population

Abstract

Introduction: The study of fingerprint identification is known as Dactylography or Dactyloscopy. With advances in the field of forensic sciences, fingerprints have been used as a very Effective means of establishing the identity of the individual. A fingerprint is considered to be the most accurate and reliable indicator in identification.
Objectives: The present study was conducted on 200 north Indian and south Indian subjects to determine the individuality and the predominant fingerprint pattern among both populations.
Subjects and materials: 200 people which consisting of 50 males and 50 females having the north Indian origin, and 50 males and 50 females having the south Indian origin, were included for this study. The subjects selected were in the age range between 18 and 25 years. Fingerprints were obtained using an inked stamp pad.
Results: Each type of Fingerprint pattern was identified and analysed for gender differences and its Distribution in the population. The most frequent fingerprint pattern was ulnar loop in the total population, as well as in the sex wise distribution.
Conclusion: This diversity in fingerprint patterns between the two populations highlights the need for further investigation into linking Individuals to specific groups across a wider range of populations. Therefore, it is imperative to conduct similar studies on a larger scale to enhance the accuracy of predictions and establish the unique characteristics of everyone.