Exploring the Intersection of Gender Based Violence and Preserving Human Dignity

Abstract

Gender-based violence (GBV) is one of the most widespread and a socially tolerated form of violence.GBV denies the human dignity of the individual and hurts human development. It encompasses various forms of physical, psychological and socioeconomic harm inflicted upon individuals. Both males and females experience gender-based violence but the majority of victims are women and girls. This study delves into the multifaceted relationship between gender-based violence and human dignity highlighting the far-reaching consequences of such violence on individuals and society as a whole. This study provides an overview of various types of gender-based violence including physical, verbal, psychological, sexual, economic, and domestic violence and examines the detrimental impact of such violence on the inherent worth and rights of women. It delves into the underlying societal norms, power imbalances, and systemic factors that perpetuate these abuses. This paper shows some data which shows the gender inequality, rape, acid attacks, and domestic violence cases in India. These data indicate that violence against women in society does not seriously affect the ability for gender equality but is also harmful to human dignity. Additionally, the study underscores the role of cultural factors, legal frameworks, and institutional responses in either mitigating or exacerbating the impact of gender-based violence on human dignity. By analyzing case studies and real-life narrative data, the paper underscores the importance of raising awareness, fostering gender equality, and implementing comprehensive support mechanisms to restore and uphold the dignity of survivors. 

Keyword – Gender, Violence, Women, Equality And Human Dignity.