Violence, Gender and the State

This book examines the adequacy of laws in India as a response to sexual and gender-based violence against women.

Autorentext

Dr. Saumya Uma is a Professor of law and heads the Centre for Women's Rights at the Jindal Global Law School, O.P. Jindal Global University, India. She teaches, writes, and speaks at the intersections of gender, human rights, and the law.

Inhalt

1. Introduction 2. 'Honour' Crimes 3. Violence by the Family 4. Violence by the Community 5. Mass Crimes and Institutional Violence 6. Violence in the Cyberspace 7. Relevant International Standards 8. Conclusion