Raise boys right
The interview with the gang rapist from Delhi, India, succeeded in revealing a mentality that’s deep-rooted in the region (‘India Minister angered by Delhi gang rape convict’s interview’, Gulf News, March 4). Of course, it gave him some importance, but look at the bigger picture here: doesn’t it show how horribly wrongly some boys are being raised? Most of them go about in life feeling a sense of entitlement because of the way they’re placed on a pedestal since they’re born. They are made to see women as lower life forms — things to be used, that they can do whatever they like with. Such behaviour is brushed off as “boys will be boys” and women are told to stay indoors if they want to be safe. Isn’t that a bit ridiculous? Shouldn’t boys be taught not to behave this way and that they are not entitled to everything in life? It definitely isn’t their business what a woman or girl does with her life. To those who argue against it, I’m not saying every single man is like that, but many are. If you deny it, then you’re probably part of the problem.
From Ms Scarlet Ebrahim
UAE
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Shouldn’t happen
We need an answer from the Indian government. Why and how are they allowed to interview this culprit of a very shameful act?
From Ms Rhea Arora
UAE
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Harsh sentencing
I still don’t understand why there is a delay in approving the harsh sentencing for these people. Even after the new government came into power, this is still being discussed.
From Mr Ramil
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How can we progress?
It’s a shame that the criminal thinks that women are just meant to do housework and to be raped (‘Delhi bus rapist blames his victim’, Gulf News, March 3)! In the capital city of India, if people are still so narrow-minded, then how will the country progress? I believe the fault lies with the way men are brought up. Educating boys on basic virtues and to simply respect and protect women seems to be the only solution to all problems. We can’t change what has happened, but we can build a better world for today’s girls and tomorrow’s women by doing so. Also, very strict rules for protecting women is required in India. There are hardly any rules and regulations regarding women’s safety. It’s unbelievable that the Indian government has not made any hard and fast rule to prevent women from getting raped in India. This in itself proves that the Indian government does not consider this to be a serious issue.
From Ms Saumya
Dubai
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Dressing appropriately
I don’t agree with Mukesh Singh, the man who took part in the Delhi bus gang rape and murder in December 2012. It’s the right of women to roam around freely at whatever time and place they feel like, but I would agree that wearing shorts or revealing clothing does attract any kind of man. Those who are bad and get the chance, take advantage of this.
From Mr Albert
Mumbai, India
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She was cautious
I disagree with Mr Albert on what women should wear. In this case specifically, one of the reasons this story developed into such a global controversy was that not only were the attackers particularly brutal, the woman had done all the right things to keep herself safe. It wasn’t very late, she was dressed appropriately and she wasn’t alone. Even if anyone has the nerve to blame the rape victim here, her safety measures really do not give anyone the opportunity.
From Ms Lili Maria
Dubai
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Irresponsible interview
What the rapist said in his interview is the reality, as a huge chunk of society in the Asian Subcontinent share his mind set. If this interview was really done to understand the psyche of a criminal, it should not be presented as the criminals’ side of the story. The crime was punishable by immediate capital punishment, making these rapists an example for other similar-minded people. So why give importance to these criminals?
From Mr Ahmad
Dubai
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Shameful
Look at the audacity of the rapist — to still say such horrific things. His execution should be done without a second thought! He is a shame and a burden for the whole world. I agree with other reader comments about prohibiting such people from being interviewed.
From Ms Gayathri
Dubai
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Not logical
So, is Singh saying that women must be deprived of having fun? Only men can go out and enjoy? By this logic, he must believe that women should just be at home, doing all the housework. To him I say, sorry to break it to you, but women nowadays know judo and karate, too!
From Ms Maria
Dubai
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No remorse
Singh’s comments are as shocking as his crime. It is sickening to know that his comments are given undue importance by the media across the globe. He is a criminal and there should be absolutely no value given to what he says. People like him are so shameless that they have no remorse for what they have done. A rapist will always try to blame his victim and defend himself. He should be executed immediately rather than be given media coverage. It seems like his conscience is no longer alive, for he does not feel sorry for his deeds that claimed an innocent life.
From Ms Fatima Suhail
Sharjah
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Can’t take him seriously
I disagree with the comments of readers who don’t think this interview should be published. However, I do agree that in a way, this is equal to spreading these criminals’ words and making them famous. This rapist has complete disregard for the rights of women, human rights and community values. Also, who is his lawyer? How can he practice law with those statements?
From Mr E.
Dubai
Full name withheld on request
They are animals
If a woman goes out at night, even if out of necessity, would this man rape her? Also, how would he be able to empathise with somebody if he has consumed alcohol and is not in his senses? These men were worse than wild animals on that tragic day. Such interviews should not be allowed, nor published.
From Mr Yoonus
Dubai
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Lacking freedom
As a democratic country, there is a lot of freedom for people in India, but honestly speaking, this freedom doesn’t help the common people. I can surely say that many people never get the safety and comfort that we are enjoying in the UAE. This rapist would not even dare to look at the woman if she was walking around in the UAE. Unfortunately, India lacks accountable governance! As Mahatma Gandhi once said, real freedom can only be achieved if we respect and protect the women in our country. India has not achieved this freedom yet. I feel ashamed to see such bad incidents in my home country.
From Mr Shinil Menon
Dubai
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Feeling shameful
Being an Indian, I feel very ashamed that such a person is living in my home country and the Indian government just seems to be conducting the formalities in this case.
From Mr Tanveer Shaikh
Dubai
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Stay proud
In response to Mr Tanveer Shaikh... you don’t have to be ashamed of anything. I am not Indian, but these kinds of filthy men are everywhere. Don’t worry about them because what will haunt them after this will be worse than anything. Be proud of your country, as I am proud of my country, Pakistan.
From Mr Rahil Ahmad
UAE
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It happens everywhere
It’s happening in all countries. There is no country where rape has not occurred. Rape is a crime committed by a deranged person who needs to be punished immediately. It’s not a country’s culture. This criminal does not represent the entire country. In India, the media has complete freedom, due to which, all these stories make it to the headlines.
From Mr George Francis
Dubai
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Not human
The government of India must deal with these kinds of wolves harshly and in public. He doesn’t deserve to be called a human being. This shouldn’t be happening in a country that is the world’s biggest democracy. Women won’t feel safe.
From Mr Zohaib Khan
UAE
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