Not all human societies throughout history have been patriarchal.
Tag: patriarchal society
The Varying Shades of Prejudice
On a series of unfortunate events that took over my life upon moving to a big city.
Book Review: Writing as an Act of Resistance for Women Living in a Patriarchal Society
B.M. Zuhara's 'The Dreams of a Mappila Girl: A Memoir' goes beyond giving us a glimpse into one young girl’s life, and offers us an intimate view of the …
Darlings: When Men Face Consequences for Their Violence
The unjustifiable and misogynistic outrage against the film, fuelled by the patriarchal need for controlling women and denying them agency, is a testament to the fact that 'Darlings' is …
Capturing Queer Desire, ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ is 18th Century Art in Motion
The film makes me cautiously optimistic that queer women might see more films in the future where they can take everything in, and never once have to look away.
Kashmir’s ‘First Female Butcher’
This first female butcher broke stereotypes by opening a meat shop in her village Chitru.
Of Burnt Rice and Womanhood
The author’s take on womanhood and its subjective definitions, inspired by an anecdote narrated by her mother.
Contesting Patriarchy: Pandita Ramabai’s Role in Women’s Education and Emancipation
Defiantly standing up to the systems of patriarchy and caste, Ramabai’s life story is a glaring example of women’s liberation in India.
Developing Accountability Through and Within Conversations
There is a dire need to modify language and communication to rid society of gender violence and discrimination.
Dove in a Cage
A poem the oppression of married women at the hands of domineering husbands and a patriarchal society.