A report titled ‘Nari Shakti: Myth and Reality’ brought out by Bahutva Karnataka, in collaboration with Naveddu Nilladiddare Karnataka, has examined how women in India have fared over the past decade during the Narendra Modi-led NDA regime.
Focussing on violence against women, women’s rights, dignity and agency, economic empowerment, social empowerment, and political representation, the report noted with concern that crimes against women and sexual violence have increased in the last decade. The report was released on Saturday, ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
Drawing upon data, including government sources, the report sought to examine the ground realities faced by women against the backdrop of the prevailing rhetoric. “The objective is to use this information to hold those in power accountable and to inform the public such that they make an informed choice as they move towards choosing the next government in the ongoing general elections. We encourage all parties, in power or otherwise, to take note of these report cards and respond to the same,” said the organisers.
