Domestic violence happen across all classes, age, categories, sexes and gender. Domestic violence means abuse within the family. Violence means abuse within the family. Violence implies psychological, emotional, verbal and physical torture
Domestic violence occur because of various reasons such as
- Patriarchy which demands unwritten acceptance of male authority.
- Insecurity of one partner, can lead to feelings of suspicion causing domestic violence.
- Dysfunctional relationships : strains a relationship .
- Traditional and religious outlook.
Following are some of the measures to prevent domestic violence:
- Creating awareness: It is necessary to create awareness that domestic violence is not acceptable in 21st century society.
- Personal empowerment: Especially weaker section like women, child, transgender who are most vulnerable for abuse. It is necessary for them to empower themselves through Self-Help Groups (SHGs), NGOs, age-mates, social workers and so on.
- Role of media: Various types of media can help for creating awareness and can help to dispel ignorance about domestic violence.
- Role of NGOs: Non-governmental organisations play a vital role for dealing with domestic violence cases. NGOs are backed up with police department, legal professionals all together they can help victims to get justice.
- Role of law: Only laws cannot make changes in the society but legal and constitutional provisions make remarkable changes for empowering individuals.
- Role of police: It is very important that police staff become sensitive and serious about the cases of domestic violence. Today there are women police staff specially assigned to handle issues regarding violence towards women.
