RELIGION” Is the Justification of Immoral deeds. Religious systems is like any other complex social structures, but different in a way that’s prime objective is to exploit people in and every possible way. Since the very beginning those who declared themselves superior and privileged used it as a platform for the justification of their immoral deeds and harmful practices. One side religion preaches love, compassion, and respect for all individuals, on the other hand throughout the history where religious ideologies or practices have been exploited to perpetuate immorality, particularly against women and children. Because these practices are inherent to the religions themselves.

Religious institutions have often been centers of power, and as such, have been sites for the abuse of that power. The sexual exploitation of women and children by religious leaders is a gross violation of trust and morality and its very common all over the world. The most disgusting part is people and administration are well aware about the truth but both not only stay silent but still provide them resources and protect them, treat them with respect and all this not only encourage religious institutions and leaders but also make them more powerful.

In some cases, human trafficking has been justified or perpetuated through religious channels. Women and children trafficked for purposes such as forced labor, sexual exploitation, or ritualistic practices. Sex Trafficking In certain parts of the world, women and children are trafficked and forced into sex work under the guise of religious duty. For example, temple prostitution has historically been practiced in parts of India, where women were often forced into sexual servitude as offerings to deities. While this practice has largely been eradicated, but religious leaders use such rituals to brain wash people and to justify their heinous act.

Religious extremism has often been used as a justification for gender-based violence and oppression, particularly against women and children. In some extremist religious movements, rigid interpretations of religious texts have been used to justify violence and control over women’s bodies. Afghanistan Under the Taliban regime, women and girls have been systematically oppressed in the name of Islam, with strict dress codes, bans on education for girls, and restrictions on movement. Religious extremism has been used as a justification for the violent subjugation of women, including forced marriages, sexual violence, and exclusion from basic rights.

Religion is a tool to justify unethical acts since its very beginning. Religious beliefs or doctrines have been used to justify violence, oppression, or unethical behavior. In some cultures, religious beliefs are invoked to justify honor killings, child marriage, or other acts of violence against individuals, particularly women or those who challenge traditional norms. Religion is not inherently moral; rather, it can be bent and twisted to serve the agendas of those in power. 

                                                                 —– Twilight Haze —–