Short note about crimes aganist women
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APOORVA VERMA
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Once women were worshipped as goddesses in India. Gradually their status deteriorated. Historical, religious and social compulsions made them virtual slaves to men folk. Centuries of maltreatment and oppression resulted in the total loss of their separate identity and individuality. Today the greatest numbers of crimes are committed against them.
They are harassed, tortured and ill-treated. The lure of making easy money has led to outrageous demands for dowry. Brides are harassed and burnt alive if they do not bring sufficient dowry. Many girls commit suicide to save their parents from humiliation. Some choose to remain unmarried. Some become call-girls and prostitutes. The prejudice against the girl child is the result of all these factors.
Today it is possible to determine the sex of the unborn child. This has led to the abhorrent practice of female feticide. Eve-teasing is common, for women are considered objects of sex. Abduction and rape are everyday occurrences. Even minor girls are not spared.
Working women are exploited everywhere. Women are criminally assaulted in police lock-ups and even so-called protective homes are not safe for them. Ironically, they bear the brunt of hostility between their men folk. The remedy lies in women's education and economic independence. Stringent laws with no loopholes must be made to protect the interests of women. Above all, the moral atmosphere of the society must undergo a complete transformation.
The grim reality of increasing crimes against women:
The increase in crimes against women is going unnoticed. No proper data on crimes against women is maintained. There are numerous cases where reporting a crime against women are ignored. The fear of social stigma and the uncertainty of getting justice are the main reasons why most of the crimes against women go unreported.
The frequent news reports of crimes against women is alarming. It is a matter of great shame that when our country is marching towards prosperity and advancement, the atrocities against women are on the rise. Our public places and transports are unsafe for women. Even in the presence of substantial evidences, the criminals are set free on bail. These criminals have absolutely no regards for the law of the land.
1) Stringent measures need to be taken to curb this and safeguard women.
2) The government, the law enforcement agencies and the general public must unite to put an end to violence against women.
3) The Government must form special police cells with women officers and other police personnel to receive reports about crime against women and take severe actions against the culprits.
4) More women need to be recruited into our police forces.
5) More women are needed as tourist guides in the tourism industry.
6) The Government must also pass and implement more strict laws than the existing ones for the safety of women.
7) There is an urgent need to impart and inculcate moral values to the police. We must streamline the police and prosecuting agencies.
8) Our political leaders, irrespective of their party affiliations should show political will and conviction to deal severely with those guilty of crimes against women.
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