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A Sociological Study on Gender Role in Religious Organizations: with special reference to Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha of Assam

Author(s) Dr. Santana Dutta, Priyanka Gayan
Country India
Abstract Abstract:
Medieval history of Assam is largely depended on religious movements. The Neo–Vaishnavite movement initiated by Srimanta Sankardeva in 15th century was a socio-religious and cultural movement. In Assam religious norms and values play a significant role in regulating gender roles in social life. The medieval Assamese society was very conservative and women were almost confined to their homes. Women had no respect at that time. Srimanta Sankardeva tries to extend the role of women in the practice of devotional religion. Over the years Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha emerged with the aim to introduce brotherhood and harmony in Assamese society. The Sangha also leads to all round development of women. The paper focuses on the ways in which gender role has changed significantly in Neo-Vaishnavism as well as religious organizations in Assam. This study also focuses how religious institutions such as the Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha bring changes in the role of women in the religious sphere.
Keywords Key Words: Gender, Role, Religious Organization, Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha etc.
Field Sociology
Published In Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On 2025-01-12
Cite This A Sociological Study on Gender Role in Religious Organizations: with special reference to Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha of Assam - Dr. Santana Dutta, Priyanka Gayan - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.35009
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.35009
Short DOI https://doi.org/g82gs9

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