Topic: Social empowerment
1. Throw light on the legacy of #MeToo movement in India. Do you think the movement succeeded in giving voice to women and hold perpetrators accountable? Comment. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
In a Kerala court, Judge S Krishnakumar ruled the victim’s complaint “will not prima facie stand when woman was wearing sexually provocative dress”.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the legacy of movement and successes and limitations.
Directive:
Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context of #MeToo.
Body:
First, write about the legacy and significance of #meToo movement in India and what it did for women.
Next, write about the role of #MeToo in giving voice to women and holding perpetrators accountable. Cite examples to substantiate.
Next, write about the limitations of #MeToo movement.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
