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India ranks as one of world’s most unsafe countries for women

New Delhi: Alarming levels of violence against women and gender discrimination in India, particularly in Rajasthan, have once again spotlighted the systemic failures in protecting women and girls across the country.

According to Kashmir Media Service, data and insights reveal a grim reality contradicting Indian government claims of women empowerment.

India records an average of 40,000 rape cases annually, with Rajasthan leading the tally at 6,337 incidents, followed by Delhi, which averages four cases daily. Despite the BJP’s claims of social welfare, crimes against women—especially Dalit women—persist unchecked, with 51% of such cases in Rajasthan remaining inadequately investigated.

A stark indicator of gender inequality is the 60% dropout rate among girls, with 1.23 million leaving school annually due to unsafe environments and discrimination. This reflects a broader crisis as India ranks among the world’s top five most unsafe countries for women, deterring both local and international female travelers.

Sexual violence within Indian Armed Forces adds another layer of concern. High-profile cases, such as those involving Maj Gen RS Jaswal and the IG of Assam Rifles, expose the moral failings within institutions meant to protect. Despite public outrage, legal reforms following the 2012 Delhi gang rape case have failed to reduce incidents, with rape cases consistently exceeding 30,000 annually. Conviction rates remain dismal at 27-28%, enabling perpetrators to evade justice.

Civil society leaders and activists stress the urgent need for accountability and systemic reform. Senior lawyer Rebecca M. John remarked, “India’s weak legal framework and enforcement embolden rapists, undermining women’s safety.” Misuse of surveillance technology, workplace harassment, and caste-based violence further exacerbate the issue.

As India aspires to global economic prominence, its inability to protect women undermines its progress. Human rights organizations, civil society groups, and international bodies are being urged to hold the government accountable and ensure effective measures to safeguard women and girls from gender-based violence.

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