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TIL: There are still witch hunts in Nepal who are usually accused by Shamans or witch-doctors. Besides the typical burning, non murderous methods involve feeding them excrement and beating them. This is due to the belief their magical powers only work due to their diet and health regiment.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witch-hunts_in_Nepal
#til #todayilearned
https://www.reddit.com/r/todayilearned/comments/1gdlr8a/til_there_are_still_witch_hunts_in_nepal_who_are/
And also during the days of menstruation, girl's families banish her from home to ramshackle hut with poor ventilation and sanitation.

https://www.dw.com/en/nepal-why-menstrual-huts-still-exist-despite-being-illegal/a-63464074

#womensrights #nepal #discrimination