Gulabi Gang
[7] The region is also ridden with government corruption specifically in the unfair distribution of resources and a widespread lack of education.
[4] One such examples is Jai Prakash Shivhari, who joined to stand in solidarity against issues like government corruption, child marriages, and dowry deaths.
Because many villages predominantly only educate men, male supporters also assist with administrative tasks that require reading, writing, and math skills.
[8] For instance, when Banda farmers staged a demonstration to demand compensation for failed crops, they sought the Gulabi Gang's support.
[8] This collaboration has encouraged more men to openly endorse the gang's endeavors and be more receptive to the idea of their own female relatives joining the group.
[9] On March 2, 2014, Pal was relieved of her role as the head of the Gulabi Gang amid allegations of financial impropriety and putting her personal interests before those of the group.
[13] The Gulabi Gang has participated in countless protests and demonstrations, often relying on media coverage and mass mobilization to make a substantial impact.
The victim's father approached the Gulabi Gang organised two mass demonstrations in front of the police station and legislator's house.
[3] The group also participates in occupations, often using a traditional tactic, gherao, which involves surrounding government buildings as a show of force.
[2] In 2008, they surrounded an electricity office in Banda district where officials had cut the village's power in order to extract bribes and sexual favors.
According to Sampat, the Gulabi Gang has had a 100% success rate in bringing justice to domestic violence complaints and has thrashed hundreds of abusive husbands.
Sampat Pal Devi claims the pink sari uniform commands respect and protection for the gang's members.
The Gulabi Gang has established many small business that sell handmade products at nearby markets for profit.
[4] One goal of the Gulabi Gang was to reduce illiteracy among young women and expand education access to lower caste people.
[3] One member of the Gulabi Gang, Chandania Devi, claimed that the group was also able to find a teacher for an unstaffed school in a predominantly Dalit village.
They assist illiterate women or lower caste people submit forms and applications for government aid and resources.
[4] The Gulabi Gang also disseminates information about the Panchayati Raj Act and the opportunities it offers for those interested in running for office.
[3] Due to the Gulabi Gang's efforts to counter corruption, they are often in direct opposition to local government institutions and the police.
In 2010, 21 members were elected for panchayat positions, which oversee local issues such as road construction, water sanitation, and agricultural development schemes.
