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Marry Her and Make Her Life Better!

Written By: Shweta Suvarna
March 5, 2021
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When the highest constitutional court indicates that an offense of rape can be compounded or mitigated, contrary to the law, it sends a dangerous signal to all sex offenders that marrying the victim would grant them amnesty. The persistent prevalence of patriarchal prejudices and misogyny appears to have been in full display when the Chief Justice of India asked the serial rapist of a minor girl whether he would marry her.

THE STORY

The man to whom this question was posed was facing charges of penetrative sexual assault under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 and rape, criminal intimidation under Sections 376, 417, 506 of the Indian Penal Code. He had been accused of clandestinely entering the house of the victim-survivor, a distant relative, when she was alone, gagging and tying her hands and feet and raping her. The girl was studying in Class 9 then. He continued to rape her repeatedly, until she was in class 12, by intimidating and threatening to harm her and her family.

The victim has alleged that the accused used to follow her in his motorcycle carrying a petrol can and threatening to set her on fire. It was only when the girl tried to commit suicide that her family came to know about this horrific crime. When the uneducated mother of the victim, tried to register a police complaint, she was dissuaded from doing so by the mother of the accused and made to sign a stamped paper that the sexual relationship between the victim and the accused was consensual. The assaulter’s mother promised the mother of the victim that he would marry the victim when she attained majority. When the accused reneged on his promise of marriage, a complaint was filed under the POCSO Act.

Wait, what?!

The CJI reportedly told the lawyer for the accused, “If you want to marry we can help you. If not, you lose your job and go to jail. You seduced the girl, raped her.” The CJI also said, “You should have thought before seducing and raping the young girl. You knew you are a government servant.”

The accused responded, “Initially I wanted to marry her, but she refused. Now I cannot as I am already married.” Applying minimum standards of sanity, would it not be safe to assume that a victim, if given a choice, would recoil with horror at the thought of an institutionalized relationship with her assaulter? Did the court believe that it was acting in the best interests of the affected woman and were there conflicting interests in the first place?

To put it in crude terms, “Your body has been violated and for your good, I will ensure that he who forcibly and brutally touched your body without your consent will restore your dignity, undo the damage to your reputation through the offender’s gracious act of accepting you as his wife,” is what the court seems to indicate.

When the highest constitutional court indicates that an offense of rape can be compounded or mitigated, contrary to the law, it sends a dangerous signal to all sex offenders that marrying the victim would grant them amnesty. This normalization and trivialization of sexual offenses will only embolden offenders, deter the filing of complaints, cause further victimization of the survivor and lead to loss of confidence in the justice redressal system.

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Shweta Suvarna

A copywriter by profession and a writer otherwise. One who reads books and tarots in free time and has a thing for "chai"

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Antioxidants And Joint Health

Written By: Misha
April 25, 2022 | 12:50 PM |
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  • What are antioxidants?
  • Tips to maintain joint health.
  • Why should you take antioxidants?

 

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Are you wondering the reason for your joint aches and thinking whether antioxidants are curling up your health? Then you are on the right page. 

Are you struggling with running, cycling, walking, or gardening? Then, maybe it’s time to take action. Well, there’s not a single reason behind this increasing joint pain and a variety of factors for your deteriorating joint health. Did you know that researchers suggest antioxidants play an extremely important role in promoting healthy, pain-free joints, here’s the reason?

What are antioxidants?

As per the definition of Healthline, “Antioxidants are synthetic or natural compounds that can help to prevent or postpone cell damage. It fights the body’s continual formation of free radicals. When your body breaks down food or is exposed to cigarette smoke or radiation, free radicals are created.” The body is always attempting to strike a balance between free radicals and antioxidants. Antioxidant-rich diets have been demonstrated to be advantageous in the prevention of diseases; however, research has not proved that antioxidant supplements are effective in the prevention of diseases.

An article published in Harvard’s research showed that people with low intakes of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables were at greater risk of developing these chronic conditions than were people who ate plenty of those foods. 

How to improve joint health

A study published in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture concluded that pomegranate juice can do wonders for your joint health as it’s rich in antioxidants that can minimize inflammation and protect the joints. Pomegranate juice can surely improve your health condition as it is a rich source of antioxidants, but that doesn’t conclude that it can ensure a cure for your joint condition. You should definitely start a comprehensive approach to take care of your joint health. 

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It’s absolutely a fact that pomegranate can pace up your joint improvement but here’s a list of food high in antioxidants that you should include: 

  • Dark chocolate 
  • Blueberries 
  • Green Tea
  • Strawberries 
  • Raspberries 
  • Fish
  • Red Cabbage 
  • Beans 
  • Beets 
  • Spinach

There are times when diet falls short to fulfill antioxidants demand in your body. That’s when you can add supplements! Glutathione aka the body’s master antioxidant. It is essential to take supplements for optimal health, but excessive intake is always not better. People who have suffered from arthritis have reportedly taken supplements for quick results with almost no side effects. 

It’s not all about diet! If you are looking for the best results, then only your diet and supplements aren’t enough. Lifestyle changes can have huge impacts on your overall health and entire body. 

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Get moving. Working out may seem to be a more hectic task for you, but it can take a turn for your health and aching joints. Walking, swimming, cycling, and yoga are excellent ways to start without putting strain on your body. 

Increasing physical activities and healthier eating habits can really improve your overall physical condition. As time progresses and your age, it’s important that you start devoting some time to your health and keep your joints healthy. 

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Misha

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