Ragging: a public health problem in India
1W.H.O- National Polio Surveillance Project (NPSP), Badaun (U.P), India. garg50@rediffmail.com
Indian Journal of Medical Sciences
|July 16, 2009
Summary
Ragging, a global issue with historical roots, causes significant physical, emotional, and social harm to students, increasing suicide risks. Effective control requires strict measures by authorities and legal frameworks.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Public Health
- Criminology
Background:
- Ragging, known globally by various terms, is a historical practice with detrimental effects on students.
- It is linked to severe physical, behavioral, emotional, and social problems, including increased suicide risk.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define ragging and its pervasive impact.
- To explore the underlying causes and perpetuating factors of ragging.
- To propose comprehensive strategies for ragging prevention and control.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of existing research on ragging.
- Analysis of historical and contemporary manifestations of ragging.
- Identification of contributing factors and proposed solutions.
Main Results:
- Ragging encompasses teasing, rudeness, and actions causing fear or harm, adversely affecting student psyche.
- Perpetuating factors include peer influence, a sense of superiority, alcohol use, and inadequate institutional measures.
- Effective control necessitates strict authority roles, alcohol bans, hostel supervision, and robust anti-ragging laws.
Conclusions:
- Ragging is a serious public health concern due to its profound physical, mental, and social exploitation.
- A multi-faceted approach involving institutional policies, legal action, and societal awareness is crucial.
- Declaring ragging a public health problem is essential for comprehensive intervention.
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