Women Targeted as "Witches" Face Ostracization, Violence in Rural India
- Witch hunting is prevalent in rural, tribal areas of India and victims are often women.
- Accusations of witchcraft are used to oppress and harm women.
- Victims face being shunned by their communities and physical abuse.
- India has laws against witch hunting but they are not strongly enforced.
- Victims rely on NGOs and each other for shelter and support.
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