The present study is based on data collected from the NFHS II and III Base line Survey undertaken by IIPS, Jointly Sponsored by GOI and USAID and the primary objective of this project is to provide national-level and state-level data on fertility, nuptiality, family size preferences, knowledge and practice of family planning. Furthermore, it collected data to sexual behavior, the potential demand for contraception, the level of unwanted fertility, utilization of antenatal services, breastfeeding and food supplementation practices, child nutrition and immunizations, and infant and child mortality.
The third National Family Health Survey (NFHS-3) was conducted in 2005-06. This survey provides the information on several new and emerging issues such as perinatal mortality, male involvement in the use of health and family welfare services, adolescent reproductive health, high risk sexual behaviour, family life education, safe injections, and knowledge about tuberculosis. In addition to interviewing ever-married women age 15-49, NFHS-3 included never married women age 15-49 and both ever-married and never married men age 15-54 as eligible respondents. Interviews were conducted with 124,385 women age 15-49 and 74,369 men age 15-54from all 29 states. Throughout India, 102,946 women and men were tested for HIV in NFHS-3. For the present study 83,703 women age 15-49 were considered for the purpose of analysis of domestic violence.
Women throughout the world have been accorded lower status than men. Traditionally, women were expected to be married off and settle down in life. Rights of power, position and authority over women were accorded to men. Women were given a very subordinate role and status, as the socio-economic and external conditions prevailing in ancient times were not favorable for the free movement of women. In the 21st century even though women are educated and equally participating in employment with men, still the social conventions, traditions and restrictions controlling the life of women directly or indirectly. As such, in many of the ways the women are facing inequality and due to which, women are facing mental stress and tension in the society. Many of the socio-psychological specialists have opined that such mental tensions for women are due to atrocities, discrimination, exploitation, violence and sexual harassment of women in the society.
Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
2. REVIEW OF LITERATURE
3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4. PROFILE OF STUDY AREA AND STUDY POPULATION
5. EMOTIONAL VIOLENCE AND DETERMINANTS
6. PHYSICAL VIOLENCE AND DETERMINANTS
7. SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND DETERMINANTS
8. REGIONAL ANALYSIS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
9. SUMMARY, CONCLUSION & SUGGESTIONS
Research Objectives and Thematic Focus
The primary objective of this research is to analyze the sociological aspects of women who are victims of domestic violence to identify the underlying causes and determinants. The study utilizes data from the NFHS-3 to examine the prevalence and various forms of violence against women across different regions of India, aiming to provide a comprehensive evidence-based overview of the situation.
- Sociological and family background of domestic violence victims.
- Emotional, physical, and sexual violence levels and their specific determinants.
- Regional analysis of the incidence of domestic violence across India.
- Impact of socioeconomic factors (education, employment, religion) on violence exposure.
- Policy and legal implications for the protection and empowerment of women.
Excerpt from the Book
DEFINITIONS AND CONCEPTS OF VIOLENCE
Violence against women can never be defined as a single term as it is collection of different acts, prejudices, biases, cultural, economic and social factor that influence it on a large scale. It varies from different countries to different religions and social customs. Although different in its say violence in all its form is common to the main fabric of society so called Woman! Some Human Rights Activists blame Violence on poverty and inadequacy of education and others argue it to be more due to patriarchal society.
A different type of violence takes place at the individual or family level as well as the society. All these include rape, honor killings, domestic violence which also includes intimate partner violence, dowry, molestation, kidnapping, abduction, forced marriages, prenatal sex selection, female infanticide, female feticide, forced prostitution, forced abortion, violence by authorities, female genital mutilation and many more too in the name of state or religion such as war rape or Devdasi etc.
The United Nations (1993) Declaration on the Elimination of Violence against Women defines violence against women as "any act of gender-based violence that results in, or is likely to result in, physical, sexual or mental harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether occurring in public or in private life." The definition refers to gender based violence as the root cause of all violence. The Declaration broadens the scope of the definition to include Crimes and Violence happening within the four walls of the family as well as in the general society as such.
Summary of Chapters
CHAPTER-1: INTRODUCTION: This chapter introduces the status of women in society, the research theme concerning violence, and the constitutional and international frameworks regarding women's rights.
CHAPTER-2: REVIEW OF LITERATURE: This section provides a comprehensive review of existing global and national studies regarding gender-based violence, providing a basis for this specific research.
CHAPTER-3: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: This chapter details the research design, data sources (NFHS-3), and the quantitative methods used to analyze the variables studied.
CHAPTER-4: PROFILE OF STUDY AREA AND STUDY POPULATION: An overview of India’s sociodemographic landscape, history, and geographical features is provided here.
CHAPTER-5: EMOTIONAL VIOLENCE AND DETERMINANTS: This chapter analyzes the prevalence of emotional abuse and the factors—such as age, education, and region—that influence its occurrence.
CHAPTER-6: PHYSICAL VIOLENCE AND DETERMINANTS: This chapter focuses on physical abuse against women, exploring its forms and the statistical determinants linked to it.
CHAPTER-7: SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND DETERMINANTS: This chapter addresses sexual violence, examining its various forms, prevalence, and associated sociodemographic variables.
CHAPTER-8: REGIONAL ANALYSIS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: This chapter provides a comparative regional analysis of domestic violence incidence across different parts of India.
CHAPTER-9: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION & SUGGESTIONS: This concluding chapter synthesizes the main findings and provides recommendations for policy, social reform, and support systems for victims.
Keywords
Domestic violence, violence against women, NFHS-3, physical abuse, emotional violence, sexual violence, gender inequality, patriarchal society, sociodemographic factors, women's empowerment, regional analysis, India, human rights, marital rape, dowry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The research focuses on analyzing the nature, extent, and causes of domestic violence against women in India, utilizing data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-3).
What are the primary themes addressed in the work?
The work covers emotional, physical, and sexual violence, the socioeconomic determinants of these abuses, regional disparities in India, and the impact of laws and social structures on women's safety.
What is the main objective of the study?
The primary goal is to understand the sociological aspects and socioeconomic background of victims to identify factors that perpetuate or reduce the occurrence of domestic violence.
Which scientific methodology is employed?
The study employs a quantitative approach, analyzing primary data from the NFHS-3 through statistical tools like logistic regression and chi-square tests to determine the significance of various socioeconomic variables.
What is covered in the main body of the work?
The main body details the historical and contemporary context of violence against women, provides comprehensive data-driven chapters on specific types of abuse (emotional, physical, sexual), and discusses regional findings.
Which keywords best characterize this research?
Key terms include domestic violence, physical abuse, emotional violence, sexual violence, gender inequality, socioeconomic determinants, and women's empowerment.
How does the research account for regional differences in India?
The study classifies India into regions (North, Central, East, North-East, West, South) based on the NFHS-3 classification to perform a comparative analysis of domestic violence rates.
What role does the NFHS-3 play in this study?
The NFHS-3 serves as the primary data source, providing large-scale national and state-level information on various health and social issues, which the authors use to analyze domestic violence trends.
- Citation du texte
- Dr. Surendra K. (Auteur), Dr. Sateesha Gouda M. (Auteur), Dr. A.G. Khan (Auteur), 2019, Spousal Abuse in India. A Regional Scenario, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1010485
