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When Honour Becomes Murder: Sanjay Rajoura Talks to Jagmati Sangwan

When Honour Becomes Murder: Sanjay Rajoura Talks to Jagmati Sangwan

Update: 2025-04-25
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In this eye-opening episode of The Fourth Dimension, social satirist Sanjay Rajoura sits down with grassroots activist Jagmati Sangwan in Rohtak, Haryana, to unpack the hidden machinery behind honor killings. Against the backdrop of caste, patriarchy, and community control over women’s lives, they explore why “honor” has become more precious than a daughter’s life.- How caste-based land ownership and the politics of property fuel violence against women- The role of “choice marriage” vs. traditional community codes in triggering honor crimes- Why entire communities—and even our legal system—often look the other way- Jagmati’s decade-long work rescuing survivors, challenging khap panchayats, and pushing for real police and judicial reform- The clash between centuries-old customs and India’s constitutional promise of equalityFeatured Guests:Jagmati Sangwan: Former Vice-Chairperson of the National Commission for Women, founder of Sanjhi Shakti, and tireless advocate for gender justice in rural North India.Sanjay Rajoura: Satirist, comedian, and storyteller whose sharp wit exposes the absurdities of social taboos.🔔 Don’t Miss an Episode!Like this video, subscribe to The Fourth Dimension, and hit the 🔔 to get notified the moment new conversations drop.👍 Enjoyed the discussion? Share your thoughts in the comments—how do you think we can break the cycle of “honor” violence in our communities?

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When Honour Becomes Murder: Sanjay Rajoura Talks to Jagmati Sangwan

When Honour Becomes Murder: Sanjay Rajoura Talks to Jagmati Sangwan

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