Author: Mehnaz khan

I’m a law student👩‍🎓with a keen interest in social justice and gender issues. Recently, I explored the overlooked topic of harassment against boys through my article, aiming to highlight perspectives that often go unheard. Writing and research are my way of contributing to discussions that matter.

Abstract Harassment is usually seen as an issue faced by women, but boys and men also become victims of it in different places such as homes, schools, workplaces, and public spaces. Unfortunately, society often ignores their suffering because of stereotypes like “men should always be strong” or “men cannot be victims.” This silence creates a situation where male victims do not get legal protection or social support. In India, laws like the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, are…

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