Gender and Society – Page 7 – NICKELED AND DIMED

WHAT’S FEMINIST ECONOMICS?

The field of Economics has been criticised for not being fully accommodating of the feminine experience. Feminist Economics argues to change the same. But what exactly does this school of thought represent?
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Gender Stereotypes in The Indian Criminal Justice System

This article explores the influence of the “reasonable man standard” doctrine in the Indian justice system for using the defence “grave and sudden provocation” as a reference. It raises concerns about the application of stereotypes in the Indian judiciary and questions the absence of a corresponding standard that takes every factor into focus. The article…
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Behind Curtains and Chandeliers: Unveiling Debutante Balls

This article traces back to the idea of a Debutante Ball or the Coming Out Ball, which flourished during the 18th century in Europe and America. It entails as to how this aristocratic event travelled till the 21st century with the help of a media revamp. Even though the historical idea behind The Ball, which…
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#MeToo movement and LoSHA: an analysis of class, caste, and patriarchy.

This article analyses the role played by caste, class, and patriarchy, in terms of the well known #MeToo movement. Further, it discusses, LoSHA and its significance in relation to the movement. Such movements are extremely important in the fight against Sexual harassment. Further, it rekindles the relevancy of the #MeToo movement. The paper gives an idea of…
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Role of Institutional Bias in Atrocities on Dalit Women

This article aims to provide a condensed overview of the pivotal role that institutional bias plays in perpetuating atrocities against Dalit women in societies with deeply entrenched caste-based hierarchies. The study delves into the complex web of discrimination, violence, and systemic inequalities faced by Dalit women, highlighting the need for comprehensive analysis and intervention. Dalit…
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Medicalising Rape: Indian Justice System

The paper focus on the ‘two-finger’ and ‘hymen test’ that have been widely used to identify rape victims. The tests, conducted under the safety net of medical expertise, have resulted in extreme human rights violations. The paper highlights the over-reliance the judiciary puts on medical reports, and how it undermines the victim’s credibility and creates…
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Rebel in Gaza by Asmaa al-Ghoul: A Book Review

Gaza has always been rebellious. I am her daughter, and I look like her,” exclaims Asmaaa al-Ghoul who refuses the role of victim—of Israel, of Hamas, of any of the men or women in her life. She works steadily as a journalist—the good, troublemaking sort—from the age of 19 onward. She refuses to cover her…
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BHARAT MAA- THE REFLECTION OF A MOTHER

The modern nation has often been associated with a specific gender or addressed with gendered metaphors that result in it being engendered to evoke a sentiment. Even India’s relationship with its citizens has been associated with that of a mother to its child including the emotional connection and reverence Indians hold for their motherland. But…
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Reflection On South Korea’s Abortion Ban Movement

This article explores the history of abortion laws in South Korea and the 2019 Constitutional Court judgement that finally held the abortion ban unconstitutional. With the emergence of reproductive rights and feminist groups on the issue of abortion, the article delves into the longstanding struggle of the public and the social justice groups that ultimately…
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The Journey of Women in Literature

This article talks about the emergence of women writers in the history of literature while tracing the struggles and challenges they faced in an extremely male-dominated society. It highlights the societal barriers and the limited access to education women have had to deal with throughout history. The article examines the gradual rise of women as…
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Impact of Gender Inequality on Income and Employment in Middle Eastern Countries- The Contemporary Scenario

There is a wide extent of discrimination based on gender in the society with compartmentalization of the work that can be done by a man and a woman and when the diverse streaks of identities emerge in the society there is a lot more chaos. All these changes and thoughts have a direct impact on…
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Superior Paternal Rights and Welfare Principles under Guardianship in India

This article aims to analyse the inconsistencies between the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 which governs all the citizens, and the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 which governs the Hindus. There is a discussion on various sections of both laws which collide and the historic references to these Acts. It also focuses on understanding…
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