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Activists mark anniversary of India rape victim’s death

30-12-2013 |  | Today Online

Dozens of activists and students held small demonstrations to mark the first anniversary of the Delhi gang rape case, which led the victim's subsequent death last year sparked riots and led to changes in laws designed to penalise rape and sexual assault. It also highlighted the daily harassment many women face in India, particularly in cities like Delhi.

Trauma of rape continues through trial

20-12-2013 | Mallica Joshi | Hindustan Times

The line of questioning and the manner in which questions are asked during trials of rape cases in the court need to be reviewed keeping in mind the trauma a rape victim goes through.

Once more with feeling, Eve Ensler’s in India to harness woman power

20-12-2013 | Aditi Bishnoi | Women’s Feature Service

With millions rose in 2013 across South Asia and the world to say ‘Enough! No more violence’ as a part of  One Billion Rising  campaign, this year the campaign has moved further to address impunity and the lack of accountability that significantly contributes to perpetuating violence against women. This year the focus is on the justice for all survivors of gender violence.

For Indian women, the battle has just started

18-12-2013 | Murali Krishnan, Sarah Berning | Deutsche Welle

Despite of stringent laws for violence against women, sexual crimes are still happening in India. It puts a question on the unchanged mindset of men with reference to the strict regulations brought in laws.

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