A Study on Assessment of Masculinity and Gender-Based Violence in Men of Bellary District
- Author Dr. G.S Venumadhava
- Co-Author Jayashri Vishwanath Bhagwat
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- Country : India
- Subject : Criminology and Forensic Science
Keywords : Masculinity, Gender-Violence, Domestic Violence
Abstract
The study aims at assessing various aspects of Masculinity and Violence in men under the microscope of Gender Violence. Masculinity and violence emphasise the nature of Gender Violence especially domestic violence to establish or to continue the existence of masculine dominance in the form of anger, aggression and assault. It is a hidden hindrance to social, cultural and economic development.
This article draws together the collected data on the dimension of trait masculinity and violence in men of Bellary district. It explains various reasons for the trait masculinity and violence.Masculinity has enforced many men to perform several acts that are hazards to them as well as their loved ones. Masculinity as a trait has a very negative commutation when considered in relation to domestic violence. Society has been a witness to many power struggles in the past of which women have borne the brunt. Women have been victims of male dominance and aggression for ages now that has only aggravated crime against women in society as well as has lowered men’s ability of endurance.
The information sources are both primary as well as secondary. The data procured has been assessed using percentage, and relevant suggestions have been put forth based on the findings of the study.
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