It is interesting seeing this tragedy unfold as an outsider. One thing that I have barely seen, in all the media coverage, is an earnest discussion concerning the underlying causes of how women are viewed in this country. The mindset of patriarchy that exists here. Of how traditional ideas concerning the role of women fit into the "modern" India.
It is awful that women are raped in India/World. This case in particular is...beyond heartbreaking. However, here has been little talk of the millions of missing girls and women, killed at birth for being born female. Or dowry suicides. Or women's health. Illiteracy. Lack of education.
Look small, resolve small.
P.S. I have seen very thoughtful discussions published online - here is a good one.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/riddhi-shah/new-delhi-gangrape-why-we_b_2341728.html
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