Author(s): Dr. Suheli Mehta

Abstract:
In this paper the author focuses on the more insidious and routine forms of sexual harassment women have to deal with when they step into the Bihar to earn a livelihood or take part in social, political and educational activities. The segment of society chosen is university students and teachers from middle class. Real life experiences have been recounted which show how men use aggressive sexual encounters to maintain dominance and control and how and why women are forced to suffer such behavior. Steps towards protecting women from sexual harassment are suggested, to bring a meaningful change in women's currently powerless and vulnerable position. An aggregate sample of about 150 women (15-49 years) was selected for this study. In this study discussion based on primary data and purposive sampling. A schedule was administered to the selected women to obtain information about their problem. Conducted by on the interview on different opinion, who the women lived in Patna district of Bihar. The aim of this paper is to discuss the main hurdles and possible solution concerning protect the women in the underdeveloped district of Bihar. The Report point out that the problems are particularly acute in women dignity.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/23957476.2022.v8.i1a.1221