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 Sati Stone (Jodhpur Fort): in memory of those women who burned themselves to death after their husband died in a war. (Insight Guides) Left: Widow on fire larger size |
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"Among Muslim women, the debate about hijab takes many forms. Many believe that the veil is a way to secure personal liberty in a world that objectifies women. Several women have argued that hijab allows them freedom of movement and control of their bodies. Understood in such terms, hijab protects women from the male gaze and allows them to become autonomous subjects. Others have argued that the veil only provides the illusion of protection and serves to absolve men of the responsibility for controlling their behavior" (from "Women, Islam, and Hijab") |
