Statement of India, October, 2015

Extract:

The annual report underscores that armed conflict has escalated to unprecedented levels, dramatically reversing progress made, including in the area of women, peace and security. About 60 million people have been forcibly displaced, there is blatant violation of human rights, increasing gender-based sexual violence, and growing involvement of non-state actors.

PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:

Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

Human Rights

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