Impact of Patriarchy on Women Empowerment in North East India.

Abstract

Women have always been considered inferior to men. As a result, women’s socio-cultural position was lowered down and they were deprived of even the most basic rights which are necessary in leading a life in an orderly manner. The women were compelled to become the victims of the customs and traditions of the patriarchal society. In this social setting of patriarchy, they had to face many problems in the name of customs and traditions and become the worst victims of superstitions, blind faith, traditional ideas and evil customs of the society. Various social customs have compelled them to sacrifice even their basic human rights. In this 21st century world, where the abolition of all forms of gender based differences is the main concern, the patriarchal system in India poses a hindrance towards the empowerment of women. And gender based violence, discrimination, stereotyping, etc. still runs rampant especially in the rural areas of India. Considering this as the main issue, an attempt has been made to focus on the various impacts of patriarchy on women empowerment in North-East India.