Women in Times of War and Conflicts: The Misery of Sexual Violence, Fear and Pain

The objective of this paper is to review the position of women during times of conflict. There is mass sexual violence and torture against civilian women and girls during these periods of conflict. The 21st century is witnessing unparalleled communication and global mobility which brings out and rather highlights the ugly faces of wars and conflict that can no longer remain obscure. People are raising their voice to speak out and are receiving a global response in return. In particular, the worst sufferers-women, are making themselves and their sufferings heard. The world has witnessed armies, rebels, insurgents sexually abusing and enslaving women and girls with complete impunity. Rape and sexual exploitation of women in times of conflict should never be tolerated. Though the international community is more united in its commitment to universal Human Rights, there seems to be not much relief for women who face violation of their rights and integrity every day in almost all corners of the world.