If gender is a social construct, then its impact is not only limited to enforcing behavioural norms but extends to power dynamics, politics of gender and forming patriarchal boundaries (in this case actual physical boundaries). The term “Zenana” originates from Persian, meaning “of the women” or “pertaining to women.” Women occupants themselves are euphemistically referred…
A language can have gender-specific words, but have you ever thought of a language that is only spoken by a specific gender? In the age of digital transformation where you can translate any language on google; imagine having a language that is not even known to any other gender other than those who identify themselves…
Probably, ‘hyperlocal’ is better marketed and consumed today with the advent of technology. However, it raises the ‘Ship of Theseus’ question: how do the Millennials and Gen Z amalgamate the indigenous flavors with modern technology, so that authenticity remains intact while the approach becomes fascinating?
And while we observe and make our notes, what do you think generation Alpha is up to?
Breaking corsets and ghoongrus, modern dance has evolved in several phases, one step at a time. Creating waves in the air, dancing has been at the core of many kinds of revolutions. Syncing one’s body with the beats of the music, the aerial strokes have replaced the ‘talk to my hand’ notion. When the establishment encroached upon the domains of individual freedom, dancers have broken classical norms to bring a change in the system, what we know as ‘revolution’.
The land is full of whimsical fantasies – the floating earthen lamps, the flying Holi colors, the temple bells, the half-naked pujaris, and the magical steps that lead to the world of mythological water. Banaras is no less than a wonderland, where every lane and brick recites its own story and the city never sleeps, you will find people everywhere-every time.