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SHAKTI: WOMEN, GENDER AND SOCIETY IN INDIA - Perspectives on Feminism

Edited By :- Nayana Sahasrabuddhe

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Type: English

Pages: 376

Format: Hard Bound

ISBN-13: 9788173057144

Edition: 1st

Publisher: ARYAN BOOKS INTERNATIONAL

Size: 17cm x 25cm

Product Year: 2024

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The women's movement in India has in the last few decades developed an awareness of rights, but many a time, the tools used for change simulated the Western model. Grasping novel thoughts, collecting relevant information, systematic preparation and cultivating a mindset were a few grey areas that were missing in the movement. The emphasis was also on age, psyche, culture, and social dynamics.

The visionaries and social workers in India relentlessly addressed women's issues in the familial sphere and social sphere, as well. Today women in India are getting ahead, in the spheres of gender equality, rights, and opportunities. Their own strength and capacity along with constitutional and legal structures have created a conducive atmosphere. The rock-solid foundation of civilizational values, philosophical and religious understanding, inclusive practices and spiritual uplifting has made this possible in a short period. But, both the global and Indian history of women's rights movement have not recognised this reality.

The present volume, divided into four parts, underscores the theoretical understanding of Indic vision and the necessity of developing harmonious discourse with basic tenets of mutual cooperation and interdependence. The vision of oneness from family to the universe is profound in the context of humanity. The lopsided idea of women's rights has denuded the family structure in the West. This book suggests the way forward, suggesting alternative thoughts, and new directions to proliferate suitable solutions for concurrent problems faced by the world and explore enormous opportunities for further research in this direction.

Traversing Forward — Mahesh Chandra Sharma

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Section 1: Theoretical Underpinnings and Key Concepts

Section Introduction

1. Women and Social Institutions in Vedic India
—Shubhada Joshi

2. Tattva: The Essence of Masculine and Feminine Energies
—Prachi Moghe

3. Womanhood, Motherhood and Sisterhood in Indian Feminism
—Chandrakala Padia

4. Re-visiting Feminist Concepts: The Indian Perspective
—Varada Sambhus

5. The Notion of Patriarchy
—Supriya Pathak

6. The Indian Way of Transcending Gender
—Saji Narayanan

Section 2: Feminisms: Multiple Facets

Section Introduction

7. Feminism in the Context of International Relations and Global Politics
—Anshu Joshi

8. Third World Feminisms: An Overview
—Aashita

9. Indian Feminism: Bharatiya Stree Darshan
—Nayana Sahasrabuddhe

10. Dalit Feminism in India: Heard and Unheard Voices
—Smita Waingankar

11. Ecological Feminism: A Novel Idea to Connect Women with Nature
—Payal Mago

                12.         Narratives of Resistance: Understanding Intersectional Experiences
                                of Dalit and Black Women
                                —Aditi Narayani Paswan

Section 3: Footprints of Women in Social Life

Section Introduction

13. Feminisms: Dharmic and Abrahamic Perspectives
—Prafulla Ketkar

14. Sociological Perspective of Family: A Primer
—Omkar Joshi

15. Contribution of Vedic Female Seers (Rushikas)
—Madhavi Narsalay

                16.         Women's Evolution in Indian History: Post-Vedic Age to Medieval
                                Times
                                —Maneesha Kothekar

17. Eminent Women Rulers of Indian History
—Sindhu Kapoor

                18.         Reflections on Women’s Movement in India and Socio-political
                                Reforms: Pre- and Post-Independence Era
                                —Jaya Phookan

19. The Portrayal of Women in Indian Cinema
—Abhiram Bhadkamkar

Section 4: Women in Contemporary Times

Section Introduction

20. Role of Women in Social Development of India
—Urmila Apte

21. Seminal Role of Women in Changing Landscape of Family System
—Geeta Bhatt

22. Women and the Indian Model of Development
—Jyoti Kiran

23. A Silent Revolution: Contribution of Women in Indian Government
—Sangeeta Godbole

24. Evolution of Gender-Just Laws in India
—Jyotika Kalra

25. Women’s Empowerment: Cultural Legacy and Contemporary India
—Sushma Yadav

                26.         Women’s Roles and Family Changes in East Asia: Trends and Policy
                                Responses
                                —Anushree Sunil Ghisad

Contributors

Nayana Sahasrabuddhe is a Banker by profession, an activist and social worker at heart, a writer, and a student of Feminism and Gender Dynamics. She has been associated with Bharatiya Stree Shakti since 1990, her present designation being the Vice President of the organisation. She has penned a Marathi award-winning book Streebhan on Gender which was published in 2019. She is co-editor of books 50% Aarakshan aur Main and Indian Perspective on Women. She has vast experience of social work in women sector as well as in banking.

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