Recent reports shared by the National Commission of Human Rights (NCHR) suggested that more than half of the married women in Pakistan face domestic violence. Amounting to 47%, the number presents a major concern for Pakistani authority.
Domestic violence may point to the types and degrees of domestic violence. Additionally, domestic violence amounts to, both physical and psychological abuse of women. Aided by the deep cultural roots of patriarchy in our society. The tale of domestic violence starts with marriage.
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Moreover, the only escape for women in these cases is divorce. Adding to it, with the rise of the flow of information and women’s education, marriage also faces male insecurity. In addition to domestic violence, male insecurity increases domestic violence.
Roots of Domestic Violence, an Example
Patriarchy supports domestic violence in society. Marriage is the totality of a female’s life in Pakistan. Moreover, the marriage-only-idea restricts the female roles in our society. Meanwhile, this further redirects society’s major investment and upholds its value.
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As per reports average Pakistani families three times more than their average income on marriage, additionally, social taboos such as dowery also exist. Furthermore, a major segment of society celebrates lavish weddings in an underprivileged society. In recent years social media has exacerbated.
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Social norms give meaning to existential problems. However, celebrating lavish weddings in a financially polarized society adds no value to society.
Educating females is the only way to end domestic violence and moral decay. Moreover, creating security around males should be prioritized to enhance female roles in public. Therefore, increasing male and female understanding. Furthermore, it will help in tackling domestic violence.