"Crime and Punishment" by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a psychological novel that delves into the moral dilemmas and inner turmoil of its protagonist, Rodion Raskolnikov, a young and impoverished student living in St. Petersburg, Russia. The story follows Raskolnikov's decision to murder a pawnbroker, Alyona Ivanovna, believing that by killing her, he could use the stolen money to improve his life and do great good for society. However, after committing the crime, he is consumed by guilt, paranoia, and existential confusion.

The novel explores themes of morality, justice, and redemption as Raskolnikov struggles with the consequences of his actions, both mentally and spiritually. As he interacts with various characters, including Sonia, a compassionate and self-sacrificial woman, and the determined detective Porfiry, Raskolnikov’s inner conflict intensifies, leading him to question the nature of good and evil, and whether his actions can ever be justified.#dhari.pk