Question

Can you describe two methods of struggle that the women’s movement used to raise issues?
If you had to organize a struggle against stereotypes, about what women can or cannot do, what method would you employ from the ones that you have read about? Why would you choose this particular method? 

Answer 1

The women’s movement used several methods of struggle in order to raise issues. Two out of them are:

(a) Campaigning - It is an important part of the women’s movement. It fights discrimination and violence against women. Campaigns have also led to new laws being passed. For example, in 2006, a law was passed to give women, who are prey to domestic violence, some legal protection.
The women’s movement also led the Supreme Court to formulate guidelines in 1997 to protect women against sexual harassment at the workplace. Women’s groups also raised voice against dowry deaths. They demanded immediate justice for cases of young bides being murdered by their in-laws or husbands for more dowry. They did so by coming on to the streets, approaching the courts, and sharing information. As a result of their efforts, the dowry laws were changed to punish families who seek dowry.
(b) Protesting - The women’s movement raises its voice when violations against women take place. Public rallies and demonstrations are a very powerful way of drawing attention to injustices.
If I had to organize a struggle against stereotypes, about what women can or cannot do, I would like to employ the method of raising awareness among the public. What pressure cannot do, awareness can do effectively. If we skillfully convince people for something it works excellently. We can brainwash the common mass through street plays, songs, and public meetings. It is a permanent solution to a problem.