How Sexual Violence Becomes a Weapon in Conflicts
Women Suffering Amid Ethnic Clashes: How Sexual Violence Becomes a Weapon in Conflicts Aju varikkad In Manipur, India, ongoing ethnic clashes between the Meitei and Kuki-Zomi tribes have led to over 140 deaths and the displacement of tens of thousands of people. Amidst this turmoil, a horrifying incident occurred when two women from the Kuki-Zomi community were stripped naked, sexually assaulted, and paraded by a mob of men. The video of this appalling incident went viral, prompting public outrage. The two women explained in their complaint that they sought shelter in a nearby forest after their village was attacked. While the police were trying to take them to safety, the mob seized them and subjected them to unspeakable violence. Shockingly, no official report was made until the video surfaced, drawing attention to the severity of the issue. The Supreme Court of India has also taken note of this distressing incident, terming the video "deeply disturbing." Chief Justice D...