Context: The United Nations has highlighted the alarming rise in violence against women and girls in domestic settings, emphasizing that homes remain the most dangerous place for them globally.
About UN Report on Women Violence:
- Global Statistics (2023):
- 51,100 women and girls killed globally by intimate partners or family members (up from 48,800 in 2022).
- On average, 140 women are killed daily in domestic settings.
- Regional Disparities:
- Key Insights:
- 60% of female homicide victims were killed by intimate partners or family members.
- Men constitute 80% of global homicide victims, but most male deaths occur outside the home.
- Gender stereotypes, societal norms, and impunity for perpetrators are major drivers of violence.
Relevance in UPSC Exam
- GS Paper I (Society): Issues of gender inequality, patriarchy, and social norms contributing to violence.
- GS Paper II (Governance): Policies addressing domestic violence, role of international organizations like the UN, and comparative analysis of global initiatives.
- GS Paper IV (Ethics): Ethical dilemmas in family justice systems and protection of vulnerable groups.
