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The Continuum of GBV: Illustration

Gender Based Violence as a Continuum: Thappad to Darlings

The dynamics of Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) can be understood by employing Liz Kelly’s conceptual framework of a continuum of sexual violence. Would you like to see how? Let’s break it down with two Bollywood movies: Darlings and Thappad.

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An Overview of Breast Augmentation Methods

From reconstruction after illness or accidents to aesthetics, there are many reasons why one would consider breast augmentation. It is important to be aware of the many methods available, and the considerations involved in each of them, to make an informed choice. Let’s take a closer look at some common methods and considerations.

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Supreme Court endorses Sex Education in India

On 23rd September, a bench consisting of CJI DY Chandrachud and Justice JB Pardiwala of the Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgement regarding possession of child pornography as a punishable offence under the POCSO Act. It also highlighted what we have been saying for a decade: sex education should be made mandatory. Read on to know more!

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Why is justice mostly delayed?

Is Justice Biased? It is frustrating, right? The way justice takes so long sometimes (most times)? At school, if you misbehave with a teacher, you’re immediately punished—kicked out of class, parents called.

But in other situations, why does justice take so long to come? To the point where you feel like punching the wall, painting public walls with slogans, and screaming WE NEED JUSTICE on national television…

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Queer People Can Now Own Joint Bank Accounts: Finance Ministry’s latest update

The Finance Ministry has clarified that there are no restrictions for LGBTQ+ individuals when it comes to opening joint bank accounts or nominating partners as beneficiaries, aligning with the Supreme Court’s stance on inclusivity.

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Not all men… are allies. Here’s a guide on how to be a good one.

Not all men… are allies. Here’s a guide on how to be a good one. Over the last few days after the RG Kar incident, countless headlines and media outlets later, The conversation has been buzzing about whether it’s cool to say “not all men.”    Some folks think it’s valid to be cautious around

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Redefining Beauty: Embracing Diversity In Genital Appearance

The rigid image of how genitals should look has created a sense of shame around it that the individuals are subjected to. This hampers their self-esteem and acceptance around their genitals. The article delves into how genital shame manifests in our lives and how it can be dealt with. Because diversity should be accepted rather than praise of the ideal.

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