Gender Discrimination

Why Do Women “Compromise” in Domestic Violence Cases?

Why are many domestic violence cases settled out-of-court? Dr. Poulami Roychowdhury, sociologist, explains.

Can Legislation Protect the LGBTQIA+ Community From Discrimination?

What are the advantages and limitations of legislation when it comes to discrimination against LGBTQ+ identifying persons? Dr. Niharika Banerjea, sociologist at Ambedkar University Delhi, explains.

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Irony Peaks!

A Bus Stop Bench in Kerala Was Cut to Prevent Men and Women From Sitting Together

The incident shows how people’s moral anxieties around sexual expression are so high that men and women merely interacting freak them out.

Smart Moves

Pass It On: To Counter Sexist Microaggressions At Work, Set Boundaries And Find A Mentor‑Ally Who Can Help

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Centre to SC: Women Can’t Hold Army Command Posts Because Men Won’t Listen to Them

Let There Be Light

In India, More Men Get to Access and Consume Electricity Than Women: Study

Access to electricity increases productive time for work and study, ultimately improving employment prospects.

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Who Is She?

In Countries With High Gender Equality, Men Recognize Women’s Achievements Better: Study

Conundrum

Saudi Arabia Has Unleashed a Spate of Gender Reforms; How Much Should Women Celebrate?

Bangladesh To Remove The Word 'Virgin' From Muslim Marriage Deed

Better Late Than Never

Bangladesh No Longer Requires Brides to Declare If They’re Virgins on Muslim Marriage Licenses

Both men and women now have to identify between “unmarried”, “widowed” or “divorced” in the form.