The Impact of Patriarchal Systems on Women’s Mental Health in Comparison with Manju Kapur’s Works

Name of Author : Veeralakshmi Rohini R & Dr. K. Valayapathi

Abstract: The patriarchal civilization dates back to the early history of humanity and finds a way to pass down the laws through the generations. The idea of patriarchy, while using various techniques to dominate women, does not alter. In a patriarchal culture, womens lifestyles are entirely predetermined by the restrictions that are in place. Womens mental health is impacted by oppression, and this is compared to Manju Kapurs novels.

Keywords : patriarchy, humanity, women, lifestyles, oppression

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