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Ashwini Deshpande

For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts

On a range of issues, there has been improvement, but the heavy burden of domestic chores and care work on women needs to change.

Ashwini Deshpande
· Apr 24, 2024 · 09:00 am
The Hindi film songs that feature working women

A small but important subset of tunes show women engaged in professional activities.

Ashwini Deshpande
· Jan 09, 2024 · 08:15 am
Tribute: Lata Mangeshkar’s songs of harmony and love united India across divides

We would do well to revive and strengthen the inclusive India defined by the sweet sound of her music.

Ashwini Deshpande
· Feb 27, 2022 · 08:45 am