Dactyloscopy, the science of fingerprint identification. ... Fingerprints are made of series of ridges and furrows on the surface of a finger; the loops, whorls, and arches formed by those ridges and furrows generally follow a number of distinct patterns.

What is the very purpose of dactyloscopy?

Dactyloscopy (Greek: finger show) describes the investigation of the ridges of the inner surfaces of the hand and foot. For over 100 years, it has been a recognized method for identifying individuals because according to present knowledge, the characteristics of the hand and foot prints are unique.

What is the use of dactyloscopy in law enforcement?

Dactyloscopy is the technique of comparing fingerprints, typically those found at the setting of a crime and those of a suspect. Due to the uniqueness of the fingers' and hands' papillar lines, it is generally considered a reliable method of identifying a person.