Know your rights: Women’s right to defend themselves

“I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have
achieved”. These words by B.R. Ambedkar…
It is the duty of government of protect women. But this protection of state is more of a cure
than prevention. The law punishes a perpetrator after he has committed the crime. However, a
woman has a right to defend herself as soon as she senses danger. This principle is embodied
in the right of private defence under the Indian Penal Code.
What is the right to private defence?
Explanation of s/ 96

The licence to kill.

Women can kill the perpetrator u/s 100 IPC.

Girls, exercise this right with caution!

Limitations like excessive force, danger no longer there, etc

Finally, always keep this in mind. (conclusion)

Go girl, you can do it. You have the right. Use it, but with caution. Stay safe.