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In ancient patriarchal societies, the birth of a girl was generally not welcomed. The daughter was considered the weaker sex and did not have an important role to play in family matters. During the Vedic period, as also in the ancient period, the birth of a female child was accepted although a male child was preferred.
Despite the efforts of educationists and social reformers, the role of Women in Hinduism has not improved dramatically. Over the years numerous social, constitutional, and legislative measures have been implemented to empower women economically and politically. This book studies the status of Hindu women from the Vedic Age to the present, analysing the steps taken to improve their condition.
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K. Kulkarni was in the Indian Audit and Accounts Service (I.A.& A.S.) and is presently the Director of Finance and Administration at the Nehru Centre, Mumbai. Shri Kulkarni is a prolific writer. He has written columns for two Mumbai newspapers, the Daily and Free Press Journal and for a monthly magazine, One India One People. His writings cover a wide range of topics—social, political, and foreign relations—and have been highly appreciated by readers as reflected in their responses. He is the author of several books including Hinduism: Triumphs and Tribulations, Women in Hindu Society, The Art of Ageing, and Indian Democracy.
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Q1. What is Women in Hindu Society about?
A study of the status of Hindu women from the Vedic Age to the present — analysing the social, constitutional and legislative steps taken to empower women in Indian society over centuries.
Q2. Who is the author?
Authored by S.K. Kulkarni and published by Indus Source Books, Mumbai.
Q3. Is this based on historical research?
Yes — drawn from Vedic texts, historical records and contemporary social data.
Q4. What is the price?
The price is Rs. 299. Visit indussource.com for current pricing.
Q5. Is free shipping available?
Free shipping on orders above Rs. 500 within India.
Q6. Where can I buy this?
Available on indussource.com, Amazon India and Flipkart.
Q7. Is this useful for UPSC preparation?
Yes — a valuable reference for UPSC and competitive examinations covering Indian society and history.
