EPISODE · Mar 8, 2025 · 13 MIN
Umeed: Women as symbols for nationalism
from Center for New Economics Studies · host Center for New Economic Studies
In this episode of Swabhimaan’s podcast, we explore how gender and nationalism intertwine, shaping identities, politics, and societal expectations. From the feminization of nations to the phrase “our women,” we examine how nationalist narratives reinforce patriarchal control, turning women into symbols of honor, purity, and sacrifice. Through historical examples, literature, and global politics, we unpack how gendered rhetoric justifies power structures, war, and even economic policies. Join Shivali Yadav, Meher Biswas, and Aanchal Megan Menezes as they delve into the paradox of women as both revered and restricted figures in nationalist discourse.
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In this episode of Swabhimaan’s podcast, we explore how gender and nationalism intertwine, shaping identities, politics, and societal expectations. From the feminization of nations to the phrase “our women,” we examine how nationalist narratives reinforce patriarchal control, turning women into symbols of honor, purity, and sacrifice. Through historical examples, literature, and global politics, we unpack how gendered rhetoric justifies power structures, war, and even economic policies. Join Shivali Yadav, Meher Biswas, and Aanchal Megan Menezes as they delve into the paradox of women as both revered and restricted figures in nationalist discourse.
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