Rajinder Taggar Senior Journalist says "Supreme Court has termed prostitution legal in a judgment. The SC says the prostitutes also have the right to life and dignity. The police have been directed not to interfere in their profession."
But legally speaking, the parliament has to pass a law before this profession can be called legal.
He says, "In my view, the decision of the SC is a step in the right direction. As in the West, prostitutes should be given proper medical education and covered by life insurance."
Harleen Kaur, pursuing gender development studies says, "First of all I think, the moment we say sex workers' it becomes more difficult for them to live in a society. For starters, the terminology has to change so that they can also feel included when they are asked about their Aadhar cards, Medical cards, and Rashan cards. Every individual in this country has the right to a dignified life under Article 21 of the Constitution."
Sahib Singh, a software engineer says, "The pandemic time has hit millions of people and caused a great deal of suffering across communities. Due to this, many schemes were launched by the Government of India such as the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana where the people from the farmer’s community can take the direct benefits from the government through monetary forms."
However, there is one community that has been especially hit hard which is the sex workers. On one side their job is gone and on the other side, they haven’t received any benefit scheme from the Government of India the reason which might be that these people are not in the system due to the backward mentality of the society. Supreme Court Judgement for giving sex workers the right to live with dignity is a welcome step. "
Kamaljeet Kaur, a homemaker says, "Prostitution is considered a taboo in India and is not discussed openly. However, it poses a huge threat to the fabric of Indian society for its role in weakening the institution of marriage. It is the main cause of sexually transmitted diseases, abduction of girls, physical and mental trauma, etc. The abolition of prostitution should be considered as that will be the best option for society at large rather than legalising it."
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Ashna, studying medical science says, "Sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS, drug usage, frequent abortions, and suicide attempts are some of the greatest health risks for young prostitutes. Men engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse with multiple partners in urban and rural areas are known to be a major factor in HIV infection and have passed on the infection to several prostitutes in the course of their sexual encounters. Regular health checkups and access to medical care and financial services are the need of the hour for them."
But legally speaking, the parliament has to pass a law before this profession can be called legal.
He says, "In my view, the decision of the SC is a step in the right direction. As in the West, prostitutes should be given proper medical education and covered by life insurance."
Harleen Kaur, pursuing gender development studies says, "First of all I think, the moment we say sex workers' it becomes more difficult for them to live in a society. For starters, the terminology has to change so that they can also feel included when they are asked about their Aadhar cards, Medical cards, and Rashan cards. Every individual in this country has the right to a dignified life under Article 21 of the Constitution."
Sahib Singh, a software engineer says, "The pandemic time has hit millions of people and caused a great deal of suffering across communities. Due to this, many schemes were launched by the Government of India such as the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana where the people from the farmer’s community can take the direct benefits from the government through monetary forms."
However, there is one community that has been especially hit hard which is the sex workers. On one side their job is gone and on the other side, they haven’t received any benefit scheme from the Government of India the reason which might be that these people are not in the system due to the backward mentality of the society. Supreme Court Judgement for giving sex workers the right to live with dignity is a welcome step. "
Kamaljeet Kaur, a homemaker says, "Prostitution is considered a taboo in India and is not discussed openly. However, it poses a huge threat to the fabric of Indian society for its role in weakening the institution of marriage. It is the main cause of sexually transmitted diseases, abduction of girls, physical and mental trauma, etc. The abolition of prostitution should be considered as that will be the best option for society at large rather than legalising it."
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Ashna, studying medical science says, "Sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS, drug usage, frequent abortions, and suicide attempts are some of the greatest health risks for young prostitutes. Men engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse with multiple partners in urban and rural areas are known to be a major factor in HIV infection and have passed on the infection to several prostitutes in the course of their sexual encounters. Regular health checkups and access to medical care and financial services are the need of the hour for them."