Summary
The article discusses how scandals, like those involving Jeffrey Epstein, have caused international embarrassment, affecting major figures such as Bill Gates in India. It contrasts this with the frequent occurrence of sexual violence against women in India, highlighting a lack of comparable public outrage or governmental action. The article provides examples of gang rapes and criticizes the Indian government's inadequate response under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Key Facts
- Jeffrey Epstein's scandal has affected the reputations of powerful people globally, including Bill Gates.
- Bill Gates skipped an event in India due to concerns about past meetings with Epstein.
- Sexual violence against women in India happens regularly, with many cases not getting sufficient attention.
- There were multiple reports of gang rapes across India in places like Meerut, Faridabad, Odisha, and others.
- On average, 86 women are raped every day in India, according to government data.
- The high-profile case of a politician and convicted rapist, Kuldeep Singh Sengar, highlights issues with the Indian judicial system.
- The Supreme Court stayed a high court's decision to grant bail to Sengar after public protests.
- The article criticizes the Modi administration's lack of attention to the problem of sexual violence.
