Stakeholders underscore need for reforms in anti- sexual violence laws
Summary
Stakeholders emphasize the need for reforms in Nepal's anti-sexual violence laws to better incorporate victims' perspectives and ensure justice.
Key Points
- The play 'Prima Facie' highlights flaws in the judicial system regarding sexual violence cases.
- Panelists urge identification of loopholes in current laws and recommend reforms that consider victims' perspectives.
- Victims often face pressure from perpetrators and abandonment by families, complicating justice.
- Legal experts call for sensitization of judges and clearer provisions to convict perpetrators, even in complex consent scenarios.
