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Purdah: The Status Of Indian Woman [Hardcover]

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A scholarly examination of purdah and its profound impact on the status and lives of Indian women throughout history. This comprehensive work explores the cultural, social, and religious dimensions of this practice and its implications for women’s autonomy and rights.

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Purdah: The Status Of Indian Woman is a comprehensive academic study that delves into one of the most significant social practices affecting Indian women. Author S. Das provides an in-depth analysis of purdah—the practice of female seclusion and veiling—and its multifaceted consequences on women’s social position, education, and personal freedoms.

The book examines the historical roots of purdah, its cultural justifications, and the varying ways it has been practiced across different regions and communities in India. Das critically evaluates how purdah has influenced women’s access to education, employment, and public participation while also considering contemporary debates about tradition versus modernity.

Through careful research and thoughtful analysis, this work contributes to understanding gender dynamics in Indian society and the complex relationship between cultural practices and women’s empowerment. Essential reading for students of sociology, women’s studies, and Indian history.

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Author

S. Das

Publisher

‏ : ‎ Gyan Publishing House

ISBN

9789374475355

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