The Dark Reality Behind Recent Honeymoon Murders in India

The recent case involving Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam is not just an isolated incident; it reflects a troubling reality increasingly observed in Indian society. Today, Sonam stands accused, just as Muskaan did yesterday, and it raises the question of who might be next. Why are women tarnishing their own marital symbols? What underlying factors are contributing to these tragic events? It is perplexing that women who observe fasts for their husbands' longevity, such as Karva Chauth and Hartalika Teej, are involved in their spouses' murders. In a country that reveres the tales of Savitri and Satyavan, why are incidents of spousal homicide on the rise? What influences have affected individuals like Sonam and Muskaan? Could the lack of moral education or the impact of colonial-era schooling be contributing to this societal decline?

Another pressing question is the role of low-quality television shows, web series, drugs, and subpar films in these occurrences. It is astonishing that India has produced around 500 remarkable mothers, from Sita and Savitri to Gargi and Maitreyi, yet their stories are absent from school curricula. Similarly, the legacies of great figures like King Bharat and King Vikramaditya are overlooked in education. This continuation of colonial education may be a factor in the moral decay leading to such tragedies. Therefore, rather than placing the blame solely on women like Sonam and Muskaan, we must also examine the circumstances that foster these incidents.

On this issue, Ashwini Upadhyay, a senior advocate at the Supreme Court and known as the PIL Man of India, has shared insights that not only shed light on the root causes of the recent events in Meghalaya but also propose solutions to address this growing concern.