Maiden India: A Story of India Pre- and Post-1991 from a 29-Year-Old Female Gaze

Summary: The essay critically examines socio-economic changes in India from the perspective of gender roles and norms, focusing on ongoing challenges despite economic liberalization in 1991. It discusses significant issues such as sex selection, education, maternal health, and employment disparities, highlighting how deeper societal and cultural norms affect women’s lives despite economic progress.

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