Is violence against women and children a manifestation of patriarchy? Justify your answer with reference to the Indian context.

=> Social subjugation of women and children by male in the name of culture is manifestation of patriarchy

Eg: Domestic violence against women and children is part of patriarchy and its manifestation.

=> Mental and physical violence both can be due to patriarchal causes.

Eg: cyberbullying and cyberstalking are increasing in India. This indicates vulnerability of women & children and patriarchy manifestation. => unsafe public place due to abuse and violence against women and children make Indian society unhealthy and forms manifestation of patriarchy. => Forceful actions and intimidation of women and children against their will is manifestation of patriarchy. Indian society though involve legislative and executive measures, still prevalent in patriarchal uppershand and violence against women & children.