Human Trafficking

Trafficking in human beings is a heinous crime practiced in the modern world. It is often described as modern slavery as it deprives the victims of their most fundamental human rights. This gruesome practice is prevalent in many countries of the world and mainly affects the women and children, though people of all genders, ages and backgrounds are victims of this crime.

• Traffickers use violence, coercion, fraudulent agencies, and fake promises of better education and job opportunities to deceive their victims. In recent times, it has emerged as an organized crime.
• The pandemic has resulted in an increase in vulnerability to human ....