Sure, society must change, but government is a fundamental part of both the problem and the solution. The United States was a "democracy" for nearly 200 years b

Sure, society must change, but government is a fundamental part of both the problem and the solution. The United States was a "democracy" for nearly 200 years before black people received equal treatment before the law. The change was sparked by demonstrations and civil unrest during the 1950s and 60s but attitudes didn't begin to change until the government enacted new laws, enforced existing statutes, assigned resources and accepted responsibility. The analogy with enforced birth control is a poor one. This issue is about creating a civil society where laws are enacted and enforced for the protection and well-being of all citizens regardless of gender, caste, sexual orientation, economic status etc. In a modern society, the state has a duty to protect innocent persons from harm. So far, India has been stunningly inept in this area.