The Position of Women in Hindu Civilization: From Prehistoric Times to the Present Day
Author:   A.S. Altekar
Publisher:   Manohar Publishers and Distributors
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9789360804077


Pages:   406
Publication Date:   31 October 2024
Format:   Hardback
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The Position of Women in Hindu Civilization: From Prehistoric Times to the Present Day


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Hindu civilization is believed to have a long history spanning from the Vedic times until the Islamic conquest of India. This volume covers the roles and status of women during the Hindu period. The author examines various sources, such as Vedic texts, Epics, Buddhist and Jaina literature, Smriti, classical Sanskrit works, and foreign accounts, including missionary writings and modern feminist works, for his study.

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Author:   A.S. Altekar
Publisher:   Manohar Publishers and Distributors
Imprint:   Manohar Publishers and Distributors
ISBN:  

9789360804077


ISBN 10:   936080407
Pages:   406
Publication Date:   31 October 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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A.S. Altekar (1889-1960) was an ancient Indian historian. He was the Head of Ancient History and Culture at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, and served at the K.P. Jayaswal Research Institute in Patna and Patna University.

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