- As the popular saying goes, old habits hardly die, or do not die at all. The saying is aptly applied to how Indian society continues to treat women despite making unbelievable advancements over the last few decades. The present day is driven by some of the most fascinating cutting-edge technologies that have immensely contributed to humankind witnessing a multifold jump vis-à-vis amenities, infrastructure, economy, and a substantial increase in spending power. New avenues are always welcome. However, the moot point to ponder here is whether Indian women have received those all-encompassing benefits commensurate with the innovations. In other words, have the lot of the women seen welcome advancements as compared to their male counterparts?
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- The answer must be a resounding no. Why? Simply because of our society’s penchant for leaning heavily on misogyny, patriarchy, and anachronistic practices/belief systems that should not have any place in the present time. The Indian Constitution unambiguously provides unbiased equality, gender parity, and a level-playing field, with rights guaranteed irrespective of caste, creed, or class. Sorry to say, Indian society is male-dominated, with females receiving treatment that can be construed as second-class at best and also expected to play second fiddle in matters concerning everything under the sun, including shouldering family responsibilities. Agreed, women’s lot has undergone significant changes, with every field seeing them make a visible presence. Is it enough?
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- Nonetheless, when it comes to furthering professional careers, it is women who are expected to make immense sacrifices after entering matrimony. The familiar responsibilities like running the household chores, mothering progenies, and also other routine social engagements are thrust on women, not men, you see. Mind you, after marriage, it is women who leave behind their parental homes to establish a new family in entirely unfamiliar surroundings. Society’s prejudices start right at this stage, as the new bride is uprooted from her childhood upbringing to a different environment. The adjustments to the psychological and physiological aspects of women must place tremendous stress on their overall well-being. Sacrifices galore come from women, not men.
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- How do they even manage to multitask chores under unbelievable stress/duress/pressure is a wonder. This becomes incredibly challenging for those professionally inclined, managing both domestic responsibilities as well as careers. This is where understanding, supportive, and diligent husbands come into the picture to shoulder the responsibilities of running a family, very handy, alongside their wives. Note that two incomes are always better than one. And if a wife decides to pursue her professional career, the additional income accrued to the family would be enormously beneficial. Think about it. Thankfully, trends on the family front and age-old belief systems are undergoing palpable changes. But it should pick up pace even more.
