Karnataka State Commission for Women Chairperson Nagalakshmi Chaudhary and others at the session of the 87th Akhila Bharat Kannada Sahitya Sammelan in Mandya on Sunday.
Nagalakshmi Chaudhary, Chairperson of the Karnataka State Commission for Women, on Sunday expressed her helplessness saying that atrocities against women, including female feticide, are continuing as she sees the law bowing down to corruption.
Speaking at a session on women’s rights on the last day of the 87th Akhila Bharat Kannada Sahitya Sammelan in Mandya, she said: “Laws are strict in our country. However, corruption has hindered their proper implementation. Lately, the incident of female feticide in Mandia district has made big news. However, due to the corruption in the system, the culprits have not been severely punished.”
Ms Choudhary expressed outrage at those who insult and abuse girls and women on social media. “If a man sends obscene messages or insults a girl on social media, he should file a complaint immediately. The State Commission for Women will provide proper support to girls facing such problems,” she promised.
“Basavanna in the 12th century and BR Ambedkar in modern times have empowered women socially, educationally and politically. So women don’t need men’s generosity. Instead, they need respect and compassion,” he stressed.
Increasing crime
Writer Tarini Shubdayini regretted that ‘honour killing’ has become an inherent and accepted part of our culture. “People said that globalization would give freedom from such tendencies. However, globally minded Indians continue such practices,” she lamented.
Senior writer Hema Pattanshetty said that statistics show that incidents of violence against women are increasing in recent times. Acid attacks and sexual violence against women are increasing due to alcohol and drugs. Therefore, children need sex education. If not, our youth will suffer,” he warned.
published – December 22, 2024 at 08:37 PM IST