Reasons why many cases of domestic violence are not reported by the victims
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Cultural influences, other cultures condone act of violence, in some culture's
men have rights
over women therefore they end up feeling obligated to protect
men at all cost√.
Self-blame, some victims feel that it is their fault, or they think they deserve it
and therefore they do not seek for help.
Some of the victims are abused by the bread winners or people who support
them, therefore it becomes difficult for them to report the problem. (3x2=6)
THREE practical strategies on how society can ensure that the dignity and
security of victims of domestic violence are upheld, as reflected in the Bill of
Rights
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Communities could offer greater support by establishing family counselling
services for victims or survivors of domestic violence.
Cases should be dealt with as soon as possible so that appropriate help is
provided, and the victim is protected from continued violence√
The community should ensure that places of reporting domèstic violence are
readily available to all people so that victims can easily access them no or
minimal cost.
(3x2=6)
QUESTION 6
Define the term 'overfishing' and name TWO reasons why overfishing has
occurred
in South Africa's oceans.
Overfishing-is the removal of a species of fish from a body of water at a ra
that the species cannot replenish, resulting in those species becoming unc
populated in
that area. V
Overfishing happens for many reasons including:
Lack of resources to enforce legislation√
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Lack of oversight