Are women even safe in their home? What happens when savior becomes monster?
The shocking figures submitted by the police to the Delhi High court have revealed that of the 1,704 of registered rape cases in the capital in the 1st 10 months of this year, 215 were instances of incestuous rape. More disturbingly, in 43 of these cases it was the father who committed the crime and in 27 cases it was the brother”.
The news that is flashed above brings a different face of the society.
It's true that girls are unsafe on streets in our country and this as well, that there are no solid measures to protect them. But what would one do when this heinous and inhuman crime is committed by the so called “First Superman” of her life - her Father or by her
“First best friend” - her Brother? The thought itself runs the
shivers down the spine. It is impossible to even think of this
situation occurring in a girl's life, where her Superheroes not only
rape her but also kill the faith, trust and love that exist in one of
the most beautiful and sacred relationships on the earth. In a
country, where it is believed that daughters are close to their
father and is even quoted, that “Daughters are father's pride and
mother's grace”, how would a girl feel when her Savior becomes the
biggest monster of her life? How inhuman and insensitive those
fathers would have been who committed this sin with their own blood?
It's true that girls are unsafe on streets in our country and this as well, that there are no solid measures to protect them. But what would one do when this heinous and inhuman crime is committed by the so called “First Superman” of her life - her Father or by her
“First best friend” - her Brother? The thought itself runs the
shivers down the spine. It is impossible to even think of this
situation occurring in a girl's life, where her Superheroes not only
rape her but also kill the faith, trust and love that exist in one of
the most beautiful and sacred relationships on the earth. In a
country, where it is believed that daughters are close to their
father and is even quoted, that “Daughters are father's pride and
mother's grace”, how would a girl feel when her Savior becomes the
biggest monster of her life? How inhuman and insensitive those
fathers would have been who committed this sin with their own blood?
Every girl child is taught since her childhood to maintain a distance from males and to ensure her own safety. But who will ensure their safety from these monsters at homes? The numbers
that are discussed here are only reported incidences in Delhi.
What about such reported/unreported cases in the entire nation? The
figure might be shocking. The same report says that most of the
accused were either illiterate or school dropouts. Does this mean
that, the lack of education or illiteracy is the reason behind such
awful acts? Well, here is a logical opinion towards this. First of
all, there is a huge difference in being educated and being a
literate. Illiteracy can not lead to this crime but yes being uneducated can and it cannot be taught in schools or colleges. India is one country which experiences two completely different behaviour
towards girls. One, in which they are worshiped as goddess and the other, in which they are physically, mentally and sexually abused. Both of these behaviour are prevalent in all the sections of the society, educated or illiterate and rich or poor. Therefore, it is irrelevant to put the blame on lack of education.
that are discussed here are only reported incidences in Delhi.
What about such reported/unreported cases in the entire nation? The
figure might be shocking. The same report says that most of the
accused were either illiterate or school dropouts. Does this mean
that, the lack of education or illiteracy is the reason behind such
awful acts? Well, here is a logical opinion towards this. First of
all, there is a huge difference in being educated and being a
literate. Illiteracy can not lead to this crime but yes being uneducated can and it cannot be taught in schools or colleges. India is one country which experiences two completely different behaviour
towards girls. One, in which they are worshiped as goddess and the other, in which they are physically, mentally and sexually abused. Both of these behaviour are prevalent in all the sections of the society, educated or illiterate and rich or poor. Therefore, it is irrelevant to put the blame on lack of education.
It is unfortunate that sexual violence against women is deep rooted in our society in a way that it is perceived as part and parcel of being
a woman but there has to be an end to it. The girls are taught since
childhood to stay away from strangers. Although in a few cases
families have come a step forward and have started teaching their
daughters to be more aware of their surroundings even if they include close relatives, but the time has come when mothers have to play an anchoring role in empowering their daughters. They need to be taught that the molester or a rapist could be anybody, a stranger, a known friend/relative or even her father or brother in cases like these.
a woman but there has to be an end to it. The girls are taught since
childhood to stay away from strangers. Although in a few cases
families have come a step forward and have started teaching their
daughters to be more aware of their surroundings even if they include close relatives, but the time has come when mothers have to play an anchoring role in empowering their daughters. They need to be taught that the molester or a rapist could be anybody, a stranger, a known friend/relative or even her father or brother in cases like these.
Every child, irrespective of the gender should raise their voice against any kind of molestation or abuse at the very beginning, irrespective of how close the abuser is to the family. They need to overcome the fear of rejection. Parents need to believe their child, support them and re-establish their safety. And most importantly, make sure to let your children know that they were right to discuss it and you are glad they came to you.
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