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Shaming. People seem to find pleasure in shaming others. Terms such as slut-shaming and body-shaming have become so common that we are at the point of ignoring them. But have you ever thought about why people find such pleasure in shaming others? Perhaps the answer lies in the old saying that goes something like this: …
History proves that women have been ill-treated for centuries. From Draupadi vastraharan to sati practice to female foeticide. Women still have to go through horrendous crimes like eve-teasing, rapes, acid attacks, dowry system, etc. Feminism isn’t about making women stronger. Women are already strong, it’s about changing the way the world perceives that strength. G.D. …
Imagine waking up in a bed soaked in blood. Imagine borrowing a friend’s jacket to cover up your stain. Imagine not going to school every month for five days. Sounds horrible doesn’t it? This is the life of thousands of girls in India. 66% of India’s female population begin menstruation completely unaware and unprepared. “When …
While researching for this article, I came across this story which shows the double standards in our society- A girl was spending some quality time with her mother. And her mom suddenly glares at her with a look of dismay and says “Why can I see your nipples through your shirt? Heights of indecency” And …
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