Striking illustrations take on victim-shaming
25 Jan 2017 3:04 PM IST25 Jan 2017 3:04 PM IST
Striking illustrations take on victim-shaming
Even in the 21st century rape survivors are still blamed by sections of society. Misogynistic views about women give rise to allegations that victims put themselves in a vulnerable position because of the way that they behave or dress.- The issue of sexual abuse of children is sadly not discussed much in India.
- The recent spurt in cases of sexual violence has put the country's administration in an uncomfortable position.
- The designs of the illustrations are inspired by real-life sex crime incidents that have happened across the country.
- Even men can be victims of sexual assault.
- Belonging to a certain profession or having a lifestyle that does not subscribe to society norms does not mean that she 'deserved' it.
- AIE Services, a Mumbai-based photography and videography start-up, has released a special photo series that raises the point that a victim's attire is no way a factor when it comes to rape and molestation.
Even in the 21st century rape survivors are still blamed by sections of society. Misogynistic views about women give rise to allegations that victims put themselves in a vulnerable position because of the way that they behave or dress.
Striking illustrations take on victim-shaming
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