Modern sensibilities cannot take root in a nation that allows regressive beliefs to thrive. Comment. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment-

• In the introduction define the practice of witch hunting. Give the background of continued witch hunting cases in India.
• In the body discuss the reasons for such victimization. Discuss the problems faced and implications on women due to discriminatory acts like witch hunting. Discuss the failure to prohibit such practices despite presence of laws in states. Provide measures to tackle the issue of witch hunting.
• Based on your discussion, form a fair and a balanced conclusion on the given issue.