Why Were The Male Heroes ‘Masters’ Of Both Women And Nature In Hindu Mythology?
Both nature and women are constantly controlled and used by men in Hindu mythology to establish their supremacy over others.
Why I Choose To Wear Hijab: An Open Letter From A Tired Muslim Feminist
Liberation, for me, is covering my body in resonance with my beliefs and my comfort. My decision of wearing hijab is an act of resistance at its core.
‘ऋषि पंचमी व्रत’ – पीरियड को पाप मानकर शुद्ध होने का संकीर्ण रिवाज
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The Sabarimala Verdict Was In Favour Of Women, But Will That Be Enough?
SC's Sabarimala verdict legally allows women's entry into the temple, but will measures to ensure their safety be employed?
It’s Time That The Church Took Issues of Gender Justice Seriously
It’s time that the church and other religious institutions ditched feudal notions of paternal power and began to practice what they preach..
Mere Paas (Gau) Maa Hai: Modi’s India and Cow Vigilantism
'Cow vigilantism' is used by the Modi government to legitimise violence against Muslims and Dalits in hopes of establishing a Hindu nation.
The Sabarimala Controversy: Women And Their Right To Pray
The SC has lifted the centuries-old ban on women's entry to the Sabrimala temple thus granting women their freedom of choice to worship.
Yoga-tta Be Kidding Me: Capitalism and Gaslighting in Modi’s India
Modi’s politics of yoga is a clear example of gaslighting, allowing him to invisibilise the functioning of oppressive structures in a way that calling yoga a form of cultural capital for the Hindutva movement seems like a “stretch.”
#TalkToAMuslim: Where Your Allyship Trumps Our Humanity
With #TalkToAMuslim, you get an easy way to prove your inclusion, regardless of how tired we may be of proving to you our humanity.
Why Are Muslim Men & Women Opposed To The Triple Talaq Bill?
The Triple Talaq bill to criminalise a patriarchal practice is waiting for Rajya Sabha’s approval. Even if passed, the questions of whether it guarantees protection to women remain up for debate.
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Why Has Social Media Made It ‘Cool’ To Have Mental Illnesses?
Mental illnesses are real illnesses that have a harsh reality and are not tools to show off your ‘quirky’ personality on social media.
Kerala’s Casteist Breast Tax And The Story Of Nangeli
Imagine paying a tax to cover your breasts? Kerala women once did.
My #MeToo Story: Experiencing Abuse From Within The Queer Community
I had concerns about my privacy and my abuser's as we were both queer woman which meant that naming either of us would 'out’ us.