Understanding and Addressing Domestic and Gender Based Violence in India.

Abstract

The study examined how gender-based violence affects women in India. The investigation uncovered a complicated tapestry that allows violence to continue. The origins are firmly ingrained in patriarchal ideals, inflexible gender roles, and little legal protection. The current legal frameworks are discriminatory and unequal, reflecting and encouraging patriarchal and sexist behaviour. Nonetheless, a paradigm shift is essential to improve response and efficacy in preventing gender-based violence. The study's strength lies in its extensive assessment of several facets of gender-based violence in India. The analysis offers a thorough knowledge of the challenges that women encounter. The incorporation of cross-cutting problems such as patriarchy, caste, class, and societal behaviours helps to provide analytical research that portrays India's complex realities. The report acknowledges the limits of traditional legal remedies. Investigating specific legal limits and potential remedies may improve the study's validity. The study suggests personalised therapy that addresses the vulnerabilities of various groups. Strategies include raising cultural standards, empowering women, improving legal and social services, and encouraging accountability. The report emphasised the necessity for legislative changes. However, the focus on India may restrict its generalizability, as metropolitan regions differ; thus, it is critical to exercise caution when extrapolating findings to diverse geographical and cultural settings. Future Directions: To have a more comprehensive understanding of DGBV across several geographies, future studies should focus on metropolitan areas in India. A thorough analysis of the legal framework and proposed adjustments will result in more effective activities. Future research will assess the efficacy of existing therapies in various situations, identifying their successes and shortcomings. The longitudinal evaluation of the success of DGBV interventions could be a valuable source of information for improving and reshaping approaches to understanding and controlling DGBV. This research highlights the prevalence of gender-based violence (DGBV) in India, which is rooted in patriarchal attitudes and lacks proper legal protection. The report emphasises the urgent need for specialised interventions that address different groups' individual vulnerabilities, as well as legislative reforms to build a more equitable legal framework. While the focus on India gives useful insights, caution should be given when generalising findings to other situations. Future studies should strive to broaden the scope of research to include metropolitan regions and analyse intervention effectiveness over time. By doing so, we can better understand and address the complexity of DGBV, ultimately leading to a more just and equitable society for everyone.