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Published by Unistar Books, 2009
Seller: Vedams eBooks (P) Ltd, New Delhi, India
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Hardcover. Condition: New. Post green revolution Punjab shows a complex interaction of socio-cultural traditions and economic change It is in this context that a study about transformation in Punjabi rural life becomes important and relevant particularly the changing status and life style of rural Jat Sikh women The withdrawal of these women from production activities to status oriented inward roles constitutes the very essence of this transformation This work is an exhaustive study that has looked at the historical processes of patriarchy including practices of purdah female infanticide and son preference in the background of agrarian feudal society This book probes marriage practices-the crucial link between dowry and inheritance-women in politics role of education and change in the attitudes and life styles of the rural Jat Sikh women.