Uncover the radical rise of women’s self-defense as a potent feminist statement at the turn of the 20th century. This essential book delves into how boxing and jiu-jitsu empowered women to challenge patriarchal myths of weakness and combat hidden domestic violence. Witness the creation of a new, self-reliant female image and understand its impact on women’s rights and emancipation movements. A vital read for those studying feminist history, social change, and the enduring quest for women’s empowerment in India and globally.