💨 Abstract

More than 7,000 villages in Maharashtra have abolished customs discriminating against widows, as part of a social change movement. The campaign, spearheaded by activist Pramod Zinjade, gained momentum after Herwad village in Kolhapur district banned customs associated with widowhood in 2022. Other rural areas have followed suit, including widows in social and religious gatherings and ceremonies.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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