How do intra-family relationships and gendered social expectations influence the incidence of domestic violence in India? Examine their consequences for adolescent mental health.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Population and associated issues.
Topic: Population and associated issues.
Q1. How do intra-family relationships and gendered social expectations influence the incidence of domestic violence in India? Examine their consequences for adolescent mental health. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question The cVEDA 2025 study has provided new evidence on how gendered social expectations and family dynamics perpetuate domestic violence in India, affecting adolescent mental health. Key Demand of the question The question demands an analysis of how intra-family power structures and gender norms shape domestic violence in India and an examination of the short- and long-term effects on adolescent mental health. Structure of the Answer: Introduction Introduce how patriarchal household structures and gender roles influence domestic violence patterns in Indian society. Body Role of patriarchal family hierarchies, extended family dynamics, dowry and reproductive expectations in driving domestic violence Impact of witnessing domestic violence on adolescent mental health — including anxiety, depression, aggression, trust issues, and intergenerational trauma Conclusion Stress the need for multi-level responses — through family reform, community education, and mental health systems — to protect adolescents and break the cycle.
Why the question The cVEDA 2025 study has provided new evidence on how gendered social expectations and family dynamics perpetuate domestic violence in India, affecting adolescent mental health.
Key Demand of the question The question demands an analysis of how intra-family power structures and gender norms shape domestic violence in India and an examination of the short- and long-term effects on adolescent mental health.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction Introduce how patriarchal household structures and gender roles influence domestic violence patterns in Indian society.
• Role of patriarchal family hierarchies, extended family dynamics, dowry and reproductive expectations in driving domestic violence
• Impact of witnessing domestic violence on adolescent mental health — including anxiety, depression, aggression, trust issues, and intergenerational trauma
Conclusion Stress the need for multi-level responses — through family reform, community education, and mental health systems — to protect adolescents and break the cycle.