India: TV series shines light on refusal to criminalize marital rape

A new Indian TV series titled Chiraiya has drawn millions of viewers by addressing the subject of marital rape, which India refuses to criminalize.

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The series raises legal and social questions about the protection of married women in India.

This production highlights a major gap in Indian legislation on domestic violence.

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