Issues and challenges of homeless women in Mumbai city

Abstract

This research paper highlight on the issues and challenges faced by women living condition who are living on the street or without home in Mumbai city. Homelessness is a major issue in India. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights defines 'homeless' as those who do not live in a regular residence due to lack of adequate housing, safety, and availability. The phenomenon of homelessness violates the most basic of human rights for all populations, women without housing and living on the streets suffer the most severe kinds of abuse and violence.