As
far as the nature of violence is concerned, “public” violence has been much
easier to address since it is open to scrutiny and public condemnation.
“Privacy” is the main impediment to the recognition and consequent action
against domestic violence. This is also because women have historically been
relegated to the “private” sphere, and the home is viewed as a concealed
location. It is necessary to avoid reducing domestic violence to essentialism
and recognise that it needs to be viewed through the appropriate cultural lens
of the country in question. The western model of domestic abuse looks at the
problem through the lens of gender. While the abuse of women in the family
continues to depend on structural inequality in the family unit, this
inequality cannot be explained away through gender differentials or though the
popular, one-word oversimplification that is “patriarchy.” The abuse of female
servants in the domestic sphere may be at the hands of upper-class women – and
here, the power hierarchy of class cuts through that of gender. Similarly, the
burning of brides, for instance, is often perpetrated by the mother-in-law
rather than the husband, which gives one the sense that women can be just as
complicit in maintaining and perpetuating patriarchal structures as men can.
Women victims of domestic violence encounter high levels of
unresponsiveness and hostility, as actors at all levels of the criminal justice
system typically view domestic violence as a private matter that does not
belong in the courts. Police respond to domestic violence charges by trying to
reconcile the concerned parties rather than filing a report and arresting the
perpetrator, and the few women who are referred to medico-legal doctors for
examination are evaluated by skeptical physicians who lack any training in the
collection of forensic evidence. When asked about the domestic violence victims
who have been examined at his office, the head medico-legal doctor for Karachi
explained that "25 percent of such women come with self-inflicted wounds.
" Research has further indicated that domestic violence cases are
virtually never investigated or prosecuted, which makes it even more difficult
to understand from which angle the issue needs to be approached.
Nouman - ul - Haq
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THESE SITUATIONS ARE INCREASING ON DAILY BASIS THERE SHOULD BE RULES AND REGULATIONS TO CONTROL THESE ACTIVITIES
ReplyDeleteA WELL APPROACH
Well I must say that this article is very important and it's reality that how women are treated.we have to stand against this issue.
ReplyDeleteSurely an eye opener, this article tells us that many women are victims of domestic violence and laws must be created and enforced to eradicate this evil.
ReplyDeletegood write ! women are the really victim here and governments should implement laws to protect them from these evils
ReplyDeleteDowry deaths have been described by the United Nations as a form of domestic violence.
ReplyDeleteVarious factors are associated with domestic violence in Pakistan. Poverty, illiteracy and social taboos are considered the main reasons for domestic violence in the country.
ReplyDeleteAnother factor given for the rise in domestic violence has been due to increased urbanization.
ReplyDeletethis is a nice article and Another reason given for abuses is patriarchalism in Islamic society, which marginalizes women’s role.
ReplyDelete“The Domestic Violence Bill was first passed unanimously by the National Assembly on August 4, 2009, but it lapsed after the Senate failed to pass it within three months, the time period required under the constitution,”
ReplyDeleteAdult family members can help prevent domestic violence by being nurturing
ReplyDeleteDomestic violence has become a major issue these days, specially with young girls.
ReplyDeletePeople should show some level of patience and tolerance on such occasions to hinder such sad and evil incidents from taking place.
ReplyDeleteDomestic Violence constitutes patterns of abusive behavior on part of either partner. It may or may not constitute an act of crime depending upon the country specific legislature.
ReplyDeleteDomestic violence has various forms. It may not just be aggression or physical assault but also emotional assault which therefore makes this act hard to categorize report or even develop a legislature for.
ReplyDeleteWith the size and constitution of the household and social backdrop the forms of violence and the roles of the perpetrators change. One of the most common forms of domestic violence observed in Pakistan is the violence practiced by the in-laws of the women married into the household. Every year a number of cases are reported on the victimization of the daughter-in-law by mother-in-law. Similarly spousal abuses are also very common in Pakistan. The myth that it is the woman in the couple, who is the subject of violence, is now increasingly being proved wrong. It is actually not just Pakistan where the violence is reciprocated, in fact in developed nations it is more so.
ReplyDeleteThe daunting task ahead for Pakistan in this regard is providing it a cover through laws and regulations.
ReplyDeleteDomestic violence against women in developing countries is budding as a serious concern for public health workers.
ReplyDeleteThe traditional, behavioral and social norms that are often prevalent in an Islamic state as Pakistan, creates more difficulties for women.
ReplyDeleteOther prominent points for domestic violence in the Pakistani culture are societal pressures, imbalance of power between men and women which keeps women as followers of those rules and regulations of society and defiance to follow those rules leads to penalties like acid throwing, honour killings etc.
ReplyDeleteIn Pakistan,Women and girls suffered human rights violations at the hands of the state and, in the absence of appropriate government action, in the community, including “honour” killings, forced marriages, rape and domestic violence. The Protection from Harassment at the Workplace Bill, approved by the cabinet in November, and the Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Bill, submitted to the Ministry of Women Development in August,passed by National Assembly.
ReplyDeleteIslam condemns domestic violence. Once a number of women came to the Prophet (S.A.W), to complain that their husbands had beaten them. The prophet announced that men who beat their wives are not good men. The Prophet (S.A.W) also said, “Do not beat the female servants of Allah"
ReplyDeleteWhat do we really know about domestic violence though? My mind jumps onto images of a woman huddled on the floor while a relentless hand comes down on her again and yet again. True enough, this is domestic violence at its core-and it’s ugliest. It’s not where it ends though. According to an online source, types of domestic abuse include physical, verbal (also called emotional, mental, or psychological abuse), sexual, financial, and spiritual abuse. Moreover, despite what most of us would ever believe, the women aren’t always the victims.
ReplyDeleteThe abuse of women and children, particularly in the domestic sphere, is endemic in Pakistan. In most cases such transgressions — even those that merit being treated as assault under the Pakistan Penal Code — go unreported as they are considered a private matter. The domestic violence bill brings rights abuse in the home into the domain of the justice system, thereby promoting societal consensus against forms of violence that could otherwise be considered acceptable. Domestic violence is rampant partly because the lack of legislation on the issue was understood as a refusal by the law to recognise such abuse as a crime.
ReplyDeleteWomen's rights in Pakistan' is a big question often raised in the West. It is believed that women has no rights or privileges in the male dominated society of Pakistan.
ReplyDeleteThe women in Pakistan have been constantly complaining of having being isolated from the mainstream of society.
ReplyDeleteWomen feel disillusioned on being maltreated by the male-oriented set up in Pakistan. They strongly claim that if they are given a chance, they can contribute more positively towards the development of all social aspects.
ReplyDeleteHowever the Pakistani society usually adopts a hostile attitude towards the women. Their development in society is hindered due to many factors. Particularly the rural woman has to sustain, sometimes, unbearable dominance by the other sections of society.
ReplyDeleteNumerically the women in Pakistan are almost equal to men. They are equal in potential as the men. The Pakistani women live in the most diversified location of the tribal, feudal or urban environments. She can be a highly qualified and self-confident professional or a diffident peasant toiling along with her men-folk.
ReplyDeleteWomen in Pakistan observe 'Pardha' while coming out of domestic environs or mixing up with other sections of society. 'Pardha,' or veil, is meant to segregate the women-folk from the male section of the society. The women are not prohibited from working but at the same time are supposed to observe strictly the rules of morality.
ReplyDeleteDue to pardha system, most of women (particularly of low education) have to take up work at home. They involve themselves in knitting, dressmaking, embroidery, etc.
ReplyDeleteIn the areas like NWFP and Balochistan, life is governed and regulated by strict beliefs and behavioral patterns. A woman has no say in any aspect of her life, including her marriage. In the populated provinces of Sindh and Punjab, a woman may keep her connections with her family after marriage. She expect support from her brothers and father in case of separation and divorce from her husband. In Punjab and Sindh, women are seen working in the fields with their men-folk collecting fuels and in some cases working on the construction sites shifting material from one place to another.
ReplyDeleteMost of women in rural areas have to bear double burden of domestic and outside work. They are the first to rise and last to bed. They lit the fire to prepare breakfast, wash the utensils and cleans the house before setting out on their outside work. When every member has ridden the bed after completing day's work, they are engaged in working.
ReplyDeleteAlthough the conditions of women in urban areas are better than those of the rural women. Yet the old traditions and religious restraints have hindered the independent and free movement of the women.
ReplyDeletePakistan is the first country in the Muslim world that has elected a woman as its prime minister twice.
ReplyDeleteIts still a dirty word.. i hate that.... i hate cowards and i dont understand HOW domestic violence is not tackled head on in government, discussed openly with no shame.
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