Shame and Silence: The Deadly Consequences of Honour Killing in India The brutal murder of an 18 year old pregnant teenager by her father and brother in law has exposed the dark underbelly of social stigma and patriarchy in India.
Khushi, as she is identified, was allegedly forced to choose between death and disgrace before being drowned in the Chambal river, her body later recovered with signs of foul play.
The incident, which took place on July 28, sent shockwaves across the country, raising disturbing questions about the prevalence of honour killing and the entrenched social norms that perpetuate such heinous crimes.