India sees 5 weekly rape-murders, less than 65% convictions

By Vivek Dubey CNBC-TV18.com Published Sept 02, 2024 Published Sept 02, 2024

War on women

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Rising violence rates

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Widespread issue

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Failing justice system

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Persistent patriarchy

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