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Research Paper | Law | India | Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024 | Popularity: 4.6 / 10
Addressing Marital Rape: Socio-Legal Challenges and the Need for Reform
Daksh Dhankhar, Dr. Som Dutt Bhardwaj
Abstract: Marital rape, defined as non-consensual sexual intercourse between married partners, remains a deeply polarizing and under-addressed issue worldwide. While progress has been made in recognizing spousal sexual violence as a human rights violation, many legal systems still shield perpetrators under outdated marital privilege doctrines. This paper critically examines the socio-legal challenges, historical perspectives, psychological impacts, and cultural stigmas surrounding marital rape. It also explores reform strategies and humanized narratives from survivors, advocating for a more compassionate and equitable legal framework. The study underscores the urgent need for global legislative reform and social awareness to uphold the dignity and autonomy of every individual, irrespective of marital status.
Keywords: marital rape, spousal sexual violence, legal reform, survivor narratives, human rights advocacy
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024
Pages: 947 - 949
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR241212132923
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