Synopsis: The Supreme Court convicted the accused of rape under Section 376 of IPC (Indian Penal Code) in the recent Patan Jamal Vali v. State of Andhra Pradesh case. However, the conviction under the Prevention of Atrocities Act (PoA) was set aside. It shows insensitivity towards the recognition of caste-based violence against women in India.… Continue reading The Case of Caste-Based Violence against Women
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How govts can support Covid Orphans?
Synopsis: Short, medium- and long-term solutions are needed for the care and protection of covid orphans. Vulnerability of Children due to the impact of Pandemic Children’s safety, health, holistic development, and even their very futures are at risk. For instance, Many children are in danger of being trafficked or forced into child labor. Teenage girls… Continue reading How govts can support Covid Orphans?
Orphaned Children in India – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction According to the Ministry of Women and Child Development, 577 children across the country have been orphaned since April by the second wave of the pandemic. Experts suggest this is due to the higher mortality rate of the young adults between 30 and 40 age groups. Some children have been totally left alone as… Continue reading Orphaned Children in India – Explained, Pointwise
Issues with Tarun Tejpal case judgment
Synopsis: Tarun Tejpal case judgment needs to be overturned. It will, otherwise, remain as a bad precedent that will impede the workplace safety of women. Background Tarun Tejpal, the former Tehelka editor-in-chief was accused of sexually assaulting his female colleague. Followingly he was arrested and released on bail by the Supreme Court. Recently, an Additional… Continue reading Issues with Tarun Tejpal case judgment
PM-CARES for Children scheme
What is the News? The Prime Minister has announced a special PM-CARES for Children scheme. The scheme includes a comprehensive financial aid package for children orphaned during the pandemic. About PM-CARES for Children Scheme: The PM-CARES for Children Scheme will support children. It is for those who have lost both parents or surviving parent or… Continue reading PM-CARES for Children scheme
“Mid-Day-Meal Scheme” – Govt decides to provide monetary assistance through DBT
What is the News? The Ministry of Education has approved the proposal to provide monetary assistance to students enrolled in Mid-Day-Meal Scheme. The cooking cost component amount will be provided through Direct Benefit Transfer(DBT) to all eligible children. About Mid Day Meal Scheme: Mid Day Meal Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme launched in 1995… Continue reading “Mid-Day-Meal Scheme” – Govt decides to provide monetary assistance through DBT
Supreme Court Guidelines on “Section 304-B” of IPC
What is the News? The Supreme Court in its recent judgement has widened the scope of Section 304-B of the Indian Penal Code(IPC). This section punishes persons accused of dowry deaths. Data on Dowry Deaths in India: Dowry deaths accounted for 40% to 50% of homicides in the country for almost a decade from 1999… Continue reading Supreme Court Guidelines on “Section 304-B” of IPC
Centre Plans “One-Stop Centres” in Foreign Countries to Help Women
What is the News? The Ministry of Women and Child Development has decided to set up One Stop Centres (OSCs) in foreign countries. These centers will provide assistance to Indian women who are survivors of gender-based violence. About One Stop Centres(OSCs) in Foreign Countries: One-Stop Centres(OSCs) will be set up at the ten foreign missions… Continue reading Centre Plans “One-Stop Centres” in Foreign Countries to Help Women
Historical Reporting of Child Sexual Abuse under POCSO Act
Synopsis – There is an urgent need to reform POSCO Act to enable historical reporting of child sexual abuse. Introduction- The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO), 2012 enacted by the government to deal with child sexual abuse cases. The law made a significant contribution in dealing with the issues of child sexual… Continue reading Historical Reporting of Child Sexual Abuse under POCSO Act
WEF’s Gender Gap Index – Comparison between India and Bangladesh on Gender Equality
Synopsis – Key findings from the Global Gender Gap Index 2021 show that there are many things that India can learn from Bangladesh. Introduction- According to the WEF’s Global Gender Gap Report for 2021, India is ranked at number 140 out of 156 nations. It is a drop of 28 places compared to last… Continue reading WEF’s Gender Gap Index – Comparison between India and Bangladesh on Gender Equality
