"When potential male exploiters of women are led to believe that their victim is considered inferior or "different" even by God, they can presume that it must be permissible to take advantage of their superior male status."

Religious justification of inequality:Many religions and cultures have traditionally viewed women as inferior to men, using selective interpretations of religious texts to justify discrimination. This mindset perpetuates the idea that women are less valuable and can be exploited. Examples include:

Cultural norms reinforce disparities:Even in secular societies, deeply ingrained cultural beliefs about gender roles continue to disadvantage women: