The Deadly Consequences of Family Property Disputes The case of Nasreen, a 32 year old woman from Meerut who died after being electrocuted by her husband over a dispute about ancestral land, highlights the darker side of family dynamics.
This tragedy appears to be an isolated incident of domestic violence, but it is actually a symptom of deeper societal problems.
In many Indian families, land ownership is a symbol of social status and respect, as well as financial security.