... being educated. Ancient Indian Grammarians, such as 'Patanjali and Katyayana' write that women were educated in many ways early in the Vedic period.2 This education coincided to women having a voice, the power of important decision-making, including free will to choose their husband. The ancient system of "Swayamyara" amplifies the right of free choice for a female, portraying equilibrium ... their roles as mothers, 'empowered women to find places in the public arena of protest". 17 In order to improve gender issues within India, women had to be active and pursue independence,...

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