Ecofeminism is an interdisciplinary movement that links ecological concerns with feminist perspectives, emphasizing the connections between the oppression of women and the degradation of the environment. It emerged in the late 20th century as scholars and activists observed that the exploitation of nature and the subjugation of women often stem from similar patriarchal structures. Ecofeminists argue that social, cultural, and economic systems that dominate women also tend to exploit natural resources, leading to environmental crises. The philosophy of ecofeminism rests on the idea that women, historically marginalized in societies, have a unique relationship with nature due to their roles in reproduction, sustenance, and caregiving. Women in many traditional