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Outrage Erupts After Tamil Nadu Honour Killing Sparks Calls for Law Reform

8/26/2025

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Kavin Selvaganesh's murder in Tamil Nadu has ignited outrage and calls for stronger laws against "honour" killings.
Between 2020 and 2022, there were 76 reported honour killings, with many cases likely underreported.
Proposed legislation inadequately addresses the complexities of caste and gender-based violence.
Effective laws should reflect the experiences of inter-caste couples and include anti-caste violence provisions.

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Story summary

Kavin Selvaganesh's murder in Tamil Nadu has ignited outrage and calls for stronger laws against "honour" killings.
Between 2020 and 2022, there were 76 reported honour killings, with many cases likely underreported.
Proposed legislation inadequately addresses the complexities of caste and gender-based violence.
Effective laws should reflect the experiences of inter-caste couples and include anti-caste violence provisions.