mangogrooveworkshop
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| posted on 20/9/04 at 08:27 PM |
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Poor blokes!
We think we have it bad!
Boozing husbands face clampdown
Men in part of India could face up to three years in jail if they are caught drinking without written permission from their wives.
The proposal is part of a women's empowerment campaign in Bihar, reports the Mid-day newspaper.
The Bihar Women's Commission says it would liberate women from the mental torture of their men returning home after drinking heavily and
'creating scenes'.
The proposed new law is in a 78-page report produced by the BWC which has now been submitted to state Chief Minister Rabri Devi.
It argues that wives and children are the worst victims of male-alcoholism and there should be legislation to protect them.
"Women must be empowered to save themselves from their drunk men who torture them bodily and mentally. A three-year jail term would be an ideal
threat perception for wine-zealots," the report added
The Chief Minister's office described the move as 'a revolutionary step'.
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Alez
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| posted on 21/9/04 at 08:35 AM |
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I bet this new law will be enforced by men policemen who will be asking for these written permissions at local pubs. Sure.
[Edited on 21/9/04 by Alez]
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