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Geeli Pucchi: Exploring The Messiness Of Caste And Sexuality
Films like Geeli Pucchi are one of those rare opportunities where one can engage with stories that are close to home and heart.
Cilappatikaram And The Idea Of Chastity Embodied By Kannaki
Cilappatikaram is an interesting piece of literature that makes a woman the lead of the story. More than that, she ends up defending her husband and “winning” him back in some ways. But how feminist can we call this story?
Kani Kusruti: Setting The Bar High With Acting And Politics Around Body & Representation
In Biriyaani, Kani Kusruti plays the character of Khadeeja, who is in a loveless marriage with an older man and is battling the stigma around the identity of a Muslim woman in India.
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These Are The 15 Women Who Helped Draft The Indian Constitution
On this Republic Day, let us take a look at the fifteen powerful women who helped draft the Indian Constitution.
Gender Roles And Stereotyping In ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’
To Kill a Mockingbird covers several themes that are often uncomfortable to encounter and explore, such as racism and loss of innocence.
Anaahat (2003): Niyog Pratha & Women’s Sexual Freedom In Amol Palekar’s Film
Amol Palekar's movie Anaahat (2003), a Marathi film (Anaahat means Eternity), poses several questions about Niyog Pratha and emphasises on a woman's choice to explore her sexual freedom.