Lip Print Analysis: An Initial Study Concerning the Female Population in Jharkhand

Abstract

Cheiloscopy, the study of lip prints, has gained prominence in forensic and biometric applications due to its uniqueness and potential for personal identification. This research paper presents a comprehensive study of cheiloscopy among females in the age group of 18 to 30 in the Indian state of Jharkhand. The study aimed to document and analyze lip print patterns, classify them according to existing systems, and assess the variability and uniqueness of lip prints within this demographic. A sample of 200 female participants was selected, and their lip prints were recorded and analyzed. The research also explores the potential forensic and biometric applications of lip prints in the context of personal identification and criminal investigations.