IGNOU BPY 11 2015 2016 - How will you explain the nexus between gender and caste? Also discuss

Question

How will you explain the nexus between gender and caste? Also discuss gender based division of labour.

23 Dec 2016

Answer :

Word Count : 290

The relation between gender and caste is intricately linked with the notions of Hindu religion in India. Therefore, it is essential to trace the historical background of caste system with regards to gender. The earliest distinctions appear in the ‘purushasukta hymns of the Tenth Mandala in the Rigveda’ exemplify the existing patriarchy in forms of control over sexuality by the family and clan- through the practice of ‘niyoga’ which permits the marriage of a woman to her brother-in-law in case of death of her husband. The latter Vedic texts- Brahmanas and Grihya Sutras strongly indicate the control of women’s production and reproduction within their own

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