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Honor Killing: Where Pride Defeats Reason.

Tanuj Kanchan1, Abhishek Tandon2, Kewal Krishan3

  • 1Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Kasturba Medical College (A Constituent Institute of Manipal University), Mangalore, India. tanujkanchan@yahoo.co.in.

Science and Engineering Ethics
|August 22, 2015
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Honor killings are violent acts driven by patriarchal beliefs, demanding severe punishment for all involved. Stricter laws and societal shifts are crucial for positive change.

Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Criminology
  • Cultural Studies

Background:

  • Honor killings represent a severe form of gender-based violence rooted in patriarchal ideologies.
  • These acts are perpetrated by individuals with regressive mindsets, often within familial structures, targeting those perceived to have brought shame.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the socio-cultural underpinnings of honor killings.
  • To advocate for stringent legal repercussions and societal reform to combat this practice.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of case studies and sociological theories.
  • Examination of legal frameworks and cultural norms surrounding honor killings.

Main Results:

  • Honor killings are distinct due to their motivation: satisfying the ego of trusted individuals.
Keywords:
Honor killingIndiaViolenceWomen

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  • Perpetrators and accomplices must face strict legal consequences.

    • Conclusions:

    • Honor killings require a dual approach: enhanced legislation and a fundamental shift in societal ethos.
    • Addressing the root causes of patriarchal control is essential to eradicate these violent acts.