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Jata Removal Movement: Unfolding the `Gender` in Politico-Religious Society

SKU: 9781443813051

4,128.82

Unravel the intricate link between politico-religious power and gender oppression in India. This insightful book by Sudhir Kumbhar meticulously explores how traditional Indian structures, including the symbolic ‘Jata’ or matted hair, have been used to enforce patriarchal norms and discrimination. It critically examines societal shifts, revealing the deep-rooted psychosocial control embedded in customs and beliefs. Essential for understanding social reform, women’s rights, and the evolution of rational thought in India, this is a must-read for students of sociology, gender studies, and anyone passionate about Indian societal progress.

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