Socioeconomic acceptability of prostitutes in Pakistan: A diversion from prostitution

Abstract

Just blaming the women for lack of self-control with regard to men is an example of gender discrimination existing in the Pakistani society. Prostitution is existing due to its high demands prevailing in the society. Poverty, illiteracy, economic unacceptability, runaways, low payroll status and societal injustice are the causes of women’s entry intoprostitution. The twofold purpose study not only highlights the reasons behind the prostitution but also illuminates the gender inequality existing in the society with sexual violence and conservative mindsets. Women protection bureau, welfare centers and NGOs are recommended to work for the rescue of such women. The concept of polygamy through awareness campaigns is also suggested for the economic and social acceptability of prostitutes to eliminate this social evil out of the society.

Keywords

• prostitution
• women
• runaway
• poverty
• illiteracy