The recent deaths of Twisha Sharma and Deepika Nagar have once again drawn attention to India’s dowry crisis. NCRB data for 2024 shows 5,737 dowry-related deaths, highlighting a systemic problem despite several laws in place.
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According to data from the Crime in India 2024 report by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), India recorded 5,737 dowry…
This article is authored by Urvashi Prasad, public health professional, former director, NITI Aayog and senior fellow, Pahle…
The current discussion about dowry fails to examine the outsize role of marriage in social life.
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There is no safe haven for women once dowry enters the picture. Often, parents become silent participants by not acting in time…
This article is authored by Ranjana Kumari, director, Centre for Social Research and author of Brides are not for Burning.
