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International Centre for Research on Women
Group Group Director for Reproductive Health and Economic Development at the Asia Office of the International Centre for Research on Women
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Priya Nanda
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FROM Priya Nanda
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Sexual Violence, Poverty and Politics A gang rape on a bus during broad daylight in Delhi shocked the world two years ago, and India passed new laws for protection of women. But last week, teenage girls were hanged in trees after being raped and murdered. Police may have covered it up, and one politician says, "Boys will be boys." India's new Prime Minister has yet to say a word, but such atrocities are hardly unique to that country. A pregnant woman's "honor killing" has riled Pakistan. The US is officially "horrified," and Senators have called prevention of violence against women a "diplomatic priority." UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon calls it an issue of "security and peace." Can deep-seated traditions be overcome? What about economics? Can global exposure make a difference?
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India Confronts the Problem of Violence against Women The December kidnap, gang rape and murder of a 23-year-old woman have sparked a national outcry in India, with protesters across the country demanding greater protection for women. Five men have been charged in the case and their trial is expected to start this week in a special fast-track court. In the largest democracy in the world, women complain of oppression by cultural, legal and political systems. Will this case become a turning point in their efforts to create change?
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