The Karnataka High Court ruling that women be allowed to serve at bars can have an adverse impact on the society. The court ruling is being seen as a victory for the Dance Bar Association in Karnataka. According to the Karnataka Excise Act of 1965, it was illegal for women to work in places serving liquor, which is why the Dance Bar Association had filed a case asking for a change in the act. The court very clearly stated that the security of women working in places that serve alcohol should be taken care of by the police. But in this context, no one can forget the tragic tale of Jessica Lal, who was killed by the people having direct connections with the law makers and politicians. The question here is whether we should create a situation for our women, which makes them vulnerable in their name of creating employment opportunities?
Farzana Nigar
Ranchi, Jharkhand