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Dowry-abuse inquiry seeks personal stories from public

A dowry-abuse victim reflects

A dowry-abuse victim reflects Source: SBS

Public submissions are being sought for Australia's Senate inquiry into dowry abuse as politicians explore their options for tackling the often devastating impacts of the problem.


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By Tom Stayner

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Public submissions are being sought for Australia's Senate inquiry into dowry abuse as politicians explore their options for tackling the often devastating impacts of the problem.


There are calls for a ban on the cultural practice, which is being blamed for a broad range of abuses and even suicide and murder.

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