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9. Women's Safety Awareness, and Self-Defense Preparedness: A Community-Based Study on Public Safety Practices

Exploring Grassroot Realties: Insights From Student Led Community Research  |  https://doi.org/10.67103/IRG.EGR.2026.9788168516427.9

Abstract

Women’s safety continues to be a significant social concern despite advancements in education, technology, and legal frameworks. The present study investigates public awareness regarding women’s safety, self-defence, emergency helplines, and legal protections. Primary data were collected through a structured questionnaire from 10 respondents belonging to different age groups and localities. The findings reveal high awareness of women’s safety concepts (90%) and the national emergency number 112 (90%). However, awareness of the Women Helpline Number 181 (20%) and the POSH Act, 2013 (40%) remains comparatively low. The study also indicates moderate confidence in handling threatening situations and a positive inclination toward self-defence training. The research concludes that while general awareness of women’s safety is increasing, legal literacy and practical self-defence training require greater attention through educational institutions, community programs, and awareness campaigns.
Keywords

Women Safety Self-Defence Awareness POSH Act Emergency Helpline Community Connect.

Chapter information

Chapter title Women's Safety Awareness, and Self-Defense Preparedness: A Community-Based Study on Public Safety Practices
Author(s) Sujata Dey, Mr. Umesh Chand
Book title Exploring Grassroot Realties: Insights From Student Led Community Research
Editor(s) Dr. Rajashree Sharma Adhikary, Dr. Mukta Martolia
Book Doi 10.67103/IRG.EGR.2026.9788168516427
DOI https://doi.org/10.67103/IRG.EGR.2026.9788168516427.9
Publication date June 30, 2026
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How to cite

Sujata Dey, Mr. Umesh Chand. 2026. Women's Safety Awareness, and Self-Defense Preparedness: A Community-Based Study on Public Safety Practices. In: Dr. Rajashree Sharma Adhikary, Dr. Mukta Martolia (eds). Exploring Grassroot Realties: Insights From Student Led Community Research. Book Doi 10.67103/IRG.EGR.2026.9788168516427. https://doi.org/10.67103/IRG.EGR.2026.9788168516427.9

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