• Riya Saha

Achieving complete freedom from societal constraints is a complex challenge. While it may be difficult to break free from all societal norms entirely, individuals and societies can work towards greater personal and collective autonomy. Societal constraints can be seen as societal norms and expectations that guide our behaviour. In contrast, some constraints are necessary to maintain social order, equality and cooperation. However, it is crucial to recognise that not all social constraints are beneficial. The early feminist movement was crucial in advancing women’s empowerment by advocating for equal rights and suffrage, and it challenged derogatory social norms. In this article, I will explain how biased, stereotypical, sexist and discriminatory behaviours create systematic barriers and hindrances to women’s progress and autonomy. I will explore how the amalgamation of feminism as a social, political, and cultural movement and women’s empowerment, a more goal-oriented process, works together to emancipate the vulnerable section of society.

FEMINISM, AUTONOMY, AND WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT

"FEMINISM, AUTONOMY, AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no.o422-o427, April-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404F59.pdf

"FEMINISM, AUTONOMY, AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no. ppo422-o427, April-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404F59.pdf