2014 · GS Paper 4 · Q8 · 10 marks
We are witnessing increasing instances of sexual violence against women in the country. Despite existing legal provisions against it, the number of such incidences is on the rise. Suggest some innovative measures to tackle this menace.
In short
Curbing sexual violence needs innovation at every stage: safer public spaces, decoy policing, men as allies, easier reporting, tracked investigation, swift trials and survivor care. NCRB's Crime in India 2024 recorded 4,41,534 crimes against women despite the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013.
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Safer public spaces
Safe City projects under the Nirbhaya Fund map dark spots and add CCTV and lighting, while the emergency number 112 cuts response time.
Decoy policing
Telangana's SHE Teams (2014) use plainclothes teams and video evidence to stop stalkers before harassment escalates.
Men as allies
Breakthrough's Bell Bajao campaign asked men to interrupt domestic violence by ringing the doorbell.
Sensitive policing
More women in the police and empathy training make stations a place survivors trust.
Easier reporting
The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 makes Zero FIR and e-FIR statutory.
Tracked investigation
MHA's Investigation Tracking System for Sexual Offences monitors the two-month deadline, and the National Database on Sexual Offenders flags repeat offenders.
Swift trials
Fast Track Special Courts (2019) for rape and POCSO cases make punishment certain and quick.
Survivor care
Sakhi One Stop Centres (2015) offer medical, legal and counselling help under one roof.
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