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Women Trafficking

The document discusses the trafficking of women and girls for sexual and commercial exploitation, highlighting that over 200,000 are trafficked annually in South Asia. It outlines the causes, including forced marriage and economic inequality, as well as the effects on victims and society, such as isolation and mental health deterioration. The document also presents responses to trafficking, suggestions for prevention, and emphasizes the need for citizen involvement in awareness and support efforts.

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Women Trafficking

The document discusses the trafficking of women and girls for sexual and commercial exploitation, highlighting that over 200,000 are trafficked annually in South Asia. It outlines the causes, including forced marriage and economic inequality, as well as the effects on victims and society, such as isolation and mental health deterioration. The document also presents responses to trafficking, suggestions for prevention, and emphasizes the need for citizen involvement in awareness and support efforts.

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TRAFFICKING OF WOMEN

Mahek patel : A-2321


INTRODUCTION AND DEFINITION.
❖ For purposes of sexual or commercial exploitation, women and girls are
kidnapped, sold, and coerced by slavers in nearly every country in the world.

❖ It has been estimated that more than 200,000 girls and women are trafficked
annually for commercial sexual exploitation in South Asia.

❖ Definition by UNODC: “Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or


coercion to obtain labour or commercial sex.”

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CAUSES OF TRAFFICKING OF WOMEN

1. Forced marriage especially in states of


Haryana and Rajasthan.

2. Begging to procure money.

3. Bonded labour, i.e selling of one’s services to


clear debt.

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Deep rooted causes of trafficking

1. Economic causes-poverty, economic inequality, food security etc.

2. Socio-cultural causes- gender discrimination, casteism, lack of facilities to


women.

3. Political causes- corruption, increased armed militarization etc.

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EFFECTS OF TRAFFICKING ON WOMEN AND SOCIETY

1. Isolation of the victim from 4. Lack of independent life skills.


society.

5. Deterioration of mental.
2. Indulging in unhealthy
lifestyle.
6. Low representation of women in formal
sector.
3. Feeling of helplessness.

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ANALYSIS AND DATA

According to National Crime Reports


Bureau:
⮚ West Bengal reported the most
children trafficked (3,113), followed
by
⮚ Rajasthan (2,519),
⮚ Uttar Pradesh (832)
⮚ and Gujarat (485).
Source: Buisness Standard, data by NCRB, 2016

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RESPONSE TO TRAFFICKING

❖ Ministry of Women and Child ❖ National Commission for Women:


Development has undertaken a organises seminars, conferences etc
number of initiatives:
1. National Plan of Action 1998. ❖ National Human Rights Commission:
2. Nodal Cell or research reviews and amend laws
3. Shelter homes like Swadhar homes and
UJJWALA scheme
❖ NGOs: Prerna, Prajwala Rescue
Foundation

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SUGGESTIONS TO PREVENT TRAFFICKING

1. Curbing gender discrimination


2. Public awareness campaigns
3. Educating border immigration agents
4. Accessible emergency numbers and
emergency telephones
5. Efficient Assistance and aftercare
programs

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CONCLUSION
❖ Trafficking subsists in corners of every country, even with the efforts of all NGOs, this is because poor
connection with the state makes taking down of trafficking intricate.

❖ Obstacles in the legislation processes prevents addressal of social issues and anti-trafficking programs.

❖ Hence it is important for us to put in effort as citizens for awareness campaigns, being informed,
volunteering and being empathetic with the victims.

-THANK YOU-

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