Monica Singh rejected several marriage proposals from her “friend,” so he retaliated by throwing acid at her, melting away features of her face and causing permanent damage. Monica’s story is not unique. Despite new, stronger legislation in India and Pakistan to protect women from this crime, very few cases actually come to prosecution. Some NGOs even say acid attacks are on the rise. So how should these laws be enforced, and will they actually deter acid violence from happening?

In this episode of The Stream, we speak with:

Marvi Memon @marvi_memon

Member, National Assembly of Pakistan

Rahul Saharan

Photographer



Mohammad Jawad

Reconstructive cosmetic surgeon

mohammadjawad.com



Monica Singh @MonicaSingh91

Acid attack survivor

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