Whose problem is it anyway? Crimes against women in India

Himabindu, B. L.; Arora, Radhika; Prashanth, N S

doi:10.3402/gha.v7.23718

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“…Mothers of stillbirths were more likely ( p = 0.002) to have been the victims of physical violence during pregnancy, which was similar to other studies [ 28 , 29 ]. Since this information is quite sensitive in nature, there is a likelihood of under-reporting [ 30 ]. This may have resulted in a non-differential misclassification of the exposure, meaning that the actual strength of association might be more than what is reported in this study.…”

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Risk factors for stillbirths: how much can a responsive health system prevent?

Neogi

Sharma

Negandhi

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BMC Pregnancy Childbirth

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BackgroundThe stillbirth rate is an indicator of quality of care during pregnancy and delivery. Good quality care is supported by a functional heath system. The objective of this study was to explore the risk factors for stillbirths, particularly those related to a health system.MethodsThis case-control study was conducted in two districts of Bihar, India. Information on cases (stillbirths) were obtained from facilities as reported by Health Management Information System; controls were consecutive live births from the same population as cases. Data were collected from 400 cases and 800 controls. The risk factors were compared using a hierarchical approach and expressed as odds ratio, attributable fractions and population attributable fractions.ResultsOf all the factors studied, 22 risk factors were independently associated with stillbirths. Health system-related factors were: administration of two or more doses of oxytocics to augment labour before reaching the facilities (OR 1.6; 95% CI 1.2–2.1), any complications during labour (OR 2.3;1.7–3.1), >30 min to reach a facility from home (OR 1.4;1.05–1.8), >10 min to attend to the pregnant woman after reaching the facility (OR 2.8;1.7–4.5). In the final regression model, modifiable health system-related risk factors included: >10 min taken to attend to women after they reach the facilities (AOR 3.6; 95% CI 2.5–5.1), untreated hypertension during pregnancy (AOR 2.9; 95% CI 1.5–5.6) and presence of any complication during labour, warranting treatment (AOR 1.7; 95% CI 1.2–2.4). Among mothers who reported complications during labour, time taken to reach the facility was significantly different between stillbirths and live births (2nd delay; 33.5 min v/s 25 min; p < 0.001). Attributable fraction for any complication during labour was 0.56 (95% CI 0.42–0.67), >30 min to reach the facility 0.48 (95% CI 0.31–0.60) and institution of management 10 min after reaching the facility 0.68 (95% CI 0.58–0.75). Reaching a facility within 30 min, initiation of management within 10 min of reaching the facility and timely management of complications during labour could have prevented 17%, 37% and 20% of stillbirths respectively.ConclusionA pro-active health system with accessible, timely and quality obstetric services can prevent a considerable proportion of stillbirths in low and middle income countries.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (10.1186/s12884-018-1660-1) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

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Risk factors for stillbirths: how much can a responsive health system prevent?

Neogi

Sharma

Negandhi

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BMC Pregnancy Childbirth

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“…For women encountering abuse in India, the police are often the first point of formal contact for filing a complaint or pressing charges (Belur et al, 2014; Himabindu et al, 2014; Human Rights Watch [HRW], 2017). In India, women and girls who experience abuse, violence or harassment are often reluctant to approach the police for help for several reasons.…”

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Patriarchal beliefs and perceptions towards women among Indian police officers: A study of Uttar Pradesh, India

Tripathi

2020

International Journal of Police Science & Management

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The objective of this study was to explore the association between patriarchal beliefs and perceptions regarding gender equity among Indian police officers. Using convenience and systematic random sampling, a cross-sectional survey was conducted with 190 police officers from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. The survey collected information about patriarchal beliefs, perception regarding gender equity, as well as social demographic characteristics including age, education, gender, work experience, working shifts/hours, place of residence and family system. Multiple linear regressions were used to predict patriarchal beliefs, utilizing the independent variable of perceptions regarding gender equity. Police officials held a high degree of patriarchal belief and inequitable perceptions regarding the gender roles of women. Multiple linear regression analysis, controlling for key sociodemographic variables, demonstrated a statistically significant association between the police officers’ patriarchal beliefs and their perceptions of gender equity. These findings emphasize the need for greater representation of female police officers and gender-inclusive training for all police officers in providing services to women. Gender-sensitive interventions may help facilitate positive change for police officers that hold strong patriarchal perceptions towards women and who may make it more difficult for women to successfully submit gender-based complaints.

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“…The perpetrators could be strangers, acquaintances, friends or relatives including intimate partners of the victimised women. Women are victimised in public spaces, at workplaces and educational institutions, and at homes (Dillon, Hussain, Loxton, & Rahman, 2013;Dunkle et al, 2004;Himabindu, Arora, & Prashanth, 2014;Palm, Danielsson, Skalkidou, Olofsson, & Högberg, 2016;Shannon et al, 2009;Sharma, 2015;Tjaden & Thoennes, 1998;Visaria, 2008;Watts & Zimmerman, 2002; World report on violence and health, 2002).…”

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Violence against Women: A Review of Literature with reference to Men Perpetrators

Kukkaje

2019

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Historically, researchers have studied violence against women through varied lines of enquiry. The literature on the understanding of the phenomenon of violence against women can be broadly classified into two categories: a) studies that examine distinct risk factors and b) studies that propose theoretical frameworks to explain the underlying process that leads to violence. The present study reviews the prominent factors and theories associated with violence against women with reference to perpetrators, specifically, men.

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Whose problem is it anyway? Crimes against women in India

Cited by 26 publications

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Risk factors for stillbirths: how much can a responsive health system prevent?

Risk factors for stillbirths: how much can a responsive health system prevent?

Patriarchal beliefs and perceptions towards women among Indian police officers: A study of Uttar Pradesh, India

Violence against Women: A Review of Literature with reference to Men Perpetrators

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