Why Gender-Based Violence is an Urgent Human Rights Demand for Global Action
Gender-based violence is an important concern for human rights. Many people have already experienced gender-based violence. May suffer from different forms of human rights violations. These include rights against torture, degrading treatment, discrimination, and the rights of safety and security. Nationally, these rights are documented by the Human Rights Council of India.
What is gender-based violence?
The violence refers to any physical, sexual, psychological or economic harm. Inflicted on women, including threats of such harm. These violations occur in both private and public places, as defined by the United Nations.
Addressing gender-based violence is crucial for the well-being of society as a whole.
The Cause of Gender-Based Violence:
This violence comes from many causes, such as discrimination, inequality, harmful social norms, economic dependence, etc.
At its core lies a power of imbalance. In many societies, people still believe that men are given more authority, freedom, and control than women. This mindset and imbalance often create conditions where violence becomes a tool to maintain dominance over women.
- In some families some men feel entitled to control women economically and even their bodies
- In certain male-dominated workplaces, female employees sometimes tolerate harassment, when men exploit their positions of power. (ILO Report)
- In communities traditional practices and discriminatory laws may reinforce the idea that men are superior, making it harder for women to seek justice.
WHEN ONE GENDER HAS MORE POWER OVER ANOTHER, VIOLENCE BECOMES A WAY TO KEEP THE OTHER GENDER “IN THEIR PLACE.” IT STARTS WITH INEQUALITY. SO, UNTIL WE CHALLENGE THESE POWER IMBALANCES, THE CYCLE OF ABUSE WILL NEVER END.
National-Level Action Remains Essential on Gender-Based Violence:
Gender-based violence is not just a private- or national-level issue—it’s a global problem and a major challenge. It impacts human rights, health, education, and also economic progress. (WHO Data)
India has taken steps at the national level to combat gender-based violence, such as :
- Strengthening laws and policies
- Education and awareness
- Digital Empowerment
- Supporting Economic and Social Empowerment
This violence is not just a violence of rights. It is a barrier to india’s growth and equality. Strong action through law, awareness, empowerment, and digital protection is essential.
Without addressing gender-based violence, progress towards equality will be severely hindered.
The Role of Youth for Gender-Based Violence:
I want to raise my voice for youth. Our young people must play a pivotal role in breaking this cycle of gender-based violence, Supported by strong national policies. This can be achieved through awareness campings, peer education, and digital activism. (Youth for Human Rights)
When we empower our youth voices and support them with effective policies, India can build a society Where gender equality is not just an aspiration but it lived reality.
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