What aspect of the Hindu religion fosters respect for women? Give some examples to support this idea. (Examples may vary.)
What will be an ideal response?
• Worshipping God (goddesses) in feminine form is common in Hindu India.
• For example, Mirabai (1504 – 1550), the Rajasthani and poet/composer; many leading musicians in contemporary India are women; and women are accepted into most professions (even to becoming prime ministers).
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