The other side of Gender Bias: Legal and Social Inequalities faced by Men

Dr. Sunita Yadav

Abstract

Even though India has made great strides in empowering women via social and legal reforms, the discussion of gender justice is still lacking if the difficulties faced by males are not taken into account. The misuse of Section 498A IPC, unfair alimony rulings, false rape accusations, gender-biased domestic violence legislation, contemporary feminist interpretations, male suicides, and media biases are just a few of the urgent concerns that are brought to light by this research study, which illuminates the overlooked facets of men's rights. This study assesses whether present legislation and public attitudes reflect a balanced approach to gender justice using doctrinal and qualitative research, and it suggests revisions to guarantee equality before the law for all genders. In recent years, the conversation surrounding gender equality has primarily focused on empowering women. Although this is crucial and long overdue, it has frequently overlooked the emerging concerns that disproportionately impact men. This paper delves into the various challenges that men encounter in today's society, especially in the realms of legal, social, and psychological aspects. Significant issues such as the abuse of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the controversial topic of alimony, the rising instances of false rape claims, the push for gender-neutral domestic violence laws, and the influence of the contemporary feminist movement on men's rights are examined in depth. Furthermore, it explores the troubling increase in suicides among men, the deficiency of institutional assistance for men who have experienced abuse, and the influence of the media in influencing public views. By employing qualitative and legal evaluations, this paper seeks to foster a fair conversation regarding men's rights, promote policy changes, and underscore the significance of inclusive gender justice for achieving a genuinely equitable society.

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Published: June 2025 [Vol. 08, No. 06]

Kasaragod Narratives: Bioregional Aesthetics as an Alternative Model of Spatial Mapping

Dr. Sini Jose, Dr. Rajeev U

Abstract

Kasaragod, located in the northernmost region of Kerala, India, is a distinct ecological region. The district features Diverse Ecosystems and variety of habitats, including forests, wetlands, and coastal regions. Kasaragod’s unique identity reflecting a blend of cultures from Kerala, Karnataka, and the Arabian Peninsula.This study seeks to read two edited volumes on Kasaragod by G.B. Valsan, namely Jeevanarekha: Chandragirippuzhayude Charitravarthamanangal [Lifeline: Historical Dialogues of the River Chandragiri] and Bahuvachanam, [Plualities: Kasaragod Doccuments] from a bioregional perspective.  The basic assumption is that Bahuvachanam and Jeevanarekha are Kasargod narratives that incorporate a bioregional vision in the spatial mapping of the place under discusssion. These books offer an infinite array of contexts and scales in delineating the cultural geography of Kasaragod. Both these books expoe the multiple dimensions which are to be considered in making any cartography of the ethnic space of Kasaragod. The select books display strong ties to bioregional paradigms. In their mapping of Kasargod, all the select texts exemplify a bioregionally inspired local literary tradition.  People’s relations to those places, their real life experiences, collective memories, popular sayings and individual spatio-cultural experiences together seem to contribute to the recalling of a distinct bioregional existence of Kasaragod. What results is a localized sense of place with ever shifting boundaries.

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Published: June 2025 [Vol. 08, No. 06]