Rodion Raskolnikov is the main character in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel, Crime and Punishment. He is a former student living in St. Petersburg, Russia, who struggles with poverty and alienation. Raskolnikov is deeply introspective and grapples with complex moral dilemmas, particularly regarding his theory of extraordinary individuals who can transgress moral laws for a greater good. Throughout the novel, Raskolnikov commits a crime that sets off a chain of events leading to his psychological torment and eventual quest for redemption. His interactions with other characters, such as Sonia and Porfiry Petrovich, highlight his internal conflict and the themes of guilt, redemption, and the nature of morality.