Not a big ask: Consent is important even in these social situations
ByKarishma Kuenzang
Jul 05, 2024 04:23 PM IST
Consent doesn’t just matter when it’s about sex. It shapes how we treat people and are treated by them every day. Here’s a primer
It’s taken us a while, but Indians are finally talking about consent. A woman’s clothes are not an invitation for comment, groping or attention. User data isn’t a free-for-all just because we’re online or entered our details on a form somewhere. No one, not even a child, wants to be grabbed or hugged without warning.
On a date, always ask whether the person wants to drink before placing an order. (ADOBE STOCK)
Even casual touching, such as an arm on the shoulder, requires consent. (ADOBE STOCK)There’s room for warmth at the workplace, but not for unasked-for physical contact. (ADOBE STOCK)Always ask the parent before hugging their child or picking them up. (ADOBE STOCK)