Nithin Sridhar shows the inconsistencies in the revisionist Arya Samaji version of Manusmṛti in this critique of Dr Surendra Kumar's Viśuddha Manusmṛti.
Author: Nithin Sridhar (Nithin Sridhar)
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Antyeshti, women & patriarchy: breaking the myths around Hindu funeral rites
Antyeshti is a sacred duty performed by relatives for the departed to ensure a smooth journey once they leave their physical body.
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Paishacha Vivaha: Not just a Reparation Marriage
Although Dr. Elst's view of "Paishacha Vivaha" as reparation marriage is quite enlightened, it narrows it down to just one issue and assumes that the Hindu society, back in the day, had no mechanism to provide security to women who did not opt for the said reparation.
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A Goddess who is both Kali and Sri
Rakta Chamunda blends the fierce and the peaceful in her personality, thus reflecting aspects of both Kali and Lalita.