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The speaker discusses the deeply ingrained misogyny present in her society, highlighting how women often face severe consequences for exercising their rights, such as saying "no" or resisting unwanted advances. She emphasizes that such acts are not only a violation of individual autonomy but also result in long-lasting trauma. Survivors of assault frequently endure surgeries, social stigma, and economic hardships, facing rejection in employment and social settings.
She underscores the gravity of assault — particularly acid attacks — describing it as one of the most heinous crimes inflicted upon women, with lifelong physical, psychological, and social repercussions. Society's failure to accept survivors perpetuates their suffering and hampers their ability to lead normal lives.