Latent Fingerprint Development on Multiple Surfaces: A Comparative Analysis using Black Sindoor (Black Vermillion), Redsindoor (Red Vermillion), and Sandalwood Powder

The research deals with development of latent fingerprint on different surfaces using commercially available naturalpowders like red sindoor(red vermillion), black sindoor (black vermillion),and sandalwood. Paper describe new method ofdeveloping latent fingerprints using simple and non-toxic powders which are easily available and have variety of domesticsand traditional uses. The study is to evaluate how well these powders reveal latent prints on a variety of surfaces usingforensic procedures. The research aims to clarify the advantages and disadvantages of each powder type with respectto surface type (Glass surface,lamination sheet, transparencysheet, metal surface,woodensurface, plainpaper, cardboard,plastic, tile, and steel)using methodical experimentation and comparative analysis. It has been observed that the resultsare positive on almost all the surfaces. Ultimately, this study contributes to enhancing forensic methodologies for latentfingerprint detection and analysis, thereby aiding law enforcement agencies in criminal investigations and justiceadministration