PPSC Excise and Taxation Inspector 2018 Question Paper

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44.

'MeToo" campaign is linked with

A: Help stop the widespread prevalence of Sexual assault and harassment against women especially in workplace
B: Zero disabilities in girl and boys
C: Atrocities by women against women
D: Movement against female foeticide

The answer is: A

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Explanation

Answer: A - Help stop the widespread prevalence of Sexual assault and harassment against women especially in workplace

#MeToo is a social movement and awareness campaign against sexual abuse, sexual harassment and rape culture, in which survivors share their experiences. It is meant to empower those who have been sexually assaulted through empathy, solidarity and strength in numbers, by visibly demonstrating how many have experienced sexual assault and harassment, especially in the workplace.

Origin and timeline:

AspectDetail
Founded byTarana Burke, sexual assault survivor and activist
First used2006, on Myspace
Went viral2017, when actress Alyssa Milano urged victims to share stories on social media
TriggerSexual misconduct allegations against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein
PlatformSocial media — Twitter, Facebook, Instagram

 

Impact of MeToo movement:

  • Hundreds of powerful men lost their jobs or roles after accusers alleged harassment or assault in the workplace
  • Changed company policies on workplace harassment globally
  • Shifted cultural norms around consent and accountability
  • Spawned Time's Up movement in January 2018

 

MeToo in India:

  • Gained momentum in October 2018
  • Several prominent journalists, filmmakers, academics and politicians accused
  • Led to renewed calls for stronger implementation of POSH Act (Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act, 2013)