Gender-Based Violence: Understanding and Addressing Violence Against Women

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a form of gender-based violence recognized under international law?

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Workplace discrimination

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Domestic violence

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Sexual assault

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Stalking

Question 2

What is considered the primary driver of gender-based violence globally?

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Patriarchy

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Income inequality

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Lack of education

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Religious extremism

Question 3

In the United Kingdom, which legal framework specifically addresses domestic violence and abuse?

Accepted Answer

The Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004

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The Human Rights Act 1998

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The Equality Act 2010

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The Sexual Offences Act 2003

Question 4

What is the main purpose of a non-molestation order in cases of domestic violence?

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To prevent the perpetrator from contacting or harassing the victim

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To force the perpetrator to attend counselling

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To provide financial support to the victim

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To impose a prison sentence on the perpetrator

Question 5

How does the concept of intersectionality contribute to our understanding of gender-based violence?

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It demonstrates how multiple forms of oppression can intersect and amplify the experiences of victims

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It focuses solely on the experiences of women

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It ignores the experiences of men

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It is not relevant to the study of gender-based violence

Question 6

Which type of trafficking accounts for the majority of human trafficking cases globally?

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Sex trafficking

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Labour trafficking

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Organ trafficking

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Child trafficking

Question 7

Which of the following is explicitly excluded from the definition of gender-based violence as outlined by the United Nations?

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Economic inequality

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Domestic violence

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Sexual assault

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Child marriage

Question 8

Specifically, which UK legislation serves as the primary legal framework for addressing domestic violence?

Accepted Answer

The Domestic Violence Act 2003

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The Sexual Offences Act 2003

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The Modern Slavery Act 2015

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The Equality Act 2010

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a form of gender-based violence?

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Wage gap

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Domestic violence

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Sexual assault

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Stalking

Question 10

The primary legal framework in the UK for addressing domestic violence is:

Accepted Answer

The Domestic Violence Act 2003

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The Crime and Disorder Act 1998

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The Sexual Offences Act 2003

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The Child and Family Court Act 1989

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a key skill in providing support to survivors of gender-based violence?

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Judgment

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Active listening

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Trauma-informed care

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Advocacy

Question 12

The primary goal of the Istanbul Convention is to:

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Prevent and combat violence against women and girls

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Promote gender equality

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Protect the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals

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Eliminate all forms of discrimination

Question 13

What is a primary social factor that contributes to gender-based violence?

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Gender inequality

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Poverty

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Mental illness

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Addiction

Question 14

What is the primary purpose of a sexual assault crisis center?

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To provide support and services to survivors

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To prosecute offenders

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To conduct research on sexual assault

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To raise awareness about sexual assault

Question 15

How does domestic violence differ from other forms of gender-based violence?

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It occurs primarily within intimate relationships

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It occurs more frequently

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It is more severe

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It has no unique characteristics

Question 16

How does intersectionality, the intersection of multiple identities, affect the experiences of people who have survived gender-based violence?

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It increases their risk of experiencing multiple forms of violence.

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It makes it easier for them to access support and protection.

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It has no impact on their experiences.

Question 17

Which fundamental principle underpins a gender-transformative approach to tackling gender-based violence?

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Challenging and transforming harmful gender norms and stereotypes

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Focusing solely on supporting and protecting individual victims

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Prioritizing punishment of perpetrators over prevention

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Treating violence as a private matter to be handled within families and communities

Question 18

According to the United Nations, what is the primary characteristic of gender-based violence?

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It stems from gender inequality and power imbalances in society.

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It is exclusively directed at women and girls due to their biological sex.

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It is intended to harm or control individuals regardless of their gender.

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It is driven by hatred or prejudice towards a specific gender.

Question 19

Which of the following examples is NOT considered a form of gender-based violence?

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Mansplaining

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Sexual assault

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Domestic violence

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Human trafficking

Question 20

Which underlying social factor is widely recognized as a root cause of gender-based violence?

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Patriarchy

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Poverty

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Mental illness

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Alcohol abuse

Question 21

When supporting a survivor of gender-based violence, which action is most appropriate?

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Believe their account and validate their feelings.

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Tell them to move on from the incident.

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Offer unsolicited advice without asking for their consent.

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Blame them for the violence they experienced.

Question 22

What is the recommended role of bystanders in preventing gender-based violence?

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Intervening safely and respectfully while prioritizing the survivor's well-being.

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Ignoring the situation entirely

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Reporting the incident to authorities without the survivor's consent, violating their privacy.

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Confronting the perpetrator directly, potentially escalating the situation.

Question 23

Which statement best captures the idea of respecting survivors of gender-based violence?

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They should not be defined solely by their experiences as victims.

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They need to be 'fixed' or rehabilitated.

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They are inherently weak and vulnerable.

Question 24

Which action is most crucial for fostering gender equality in society?

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Challenging and deconstructing harmful gender stereotypes and societal roles.

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Increasing the severity of punishments for perpetrators of gender-based violence.

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Elevating the number of women in leadership positions.

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Educating people about the consequences of gender-based violence.