Question

That was a good decision. But what about men who still refer to a woman as Mrs. Somebody, as if she does not have a name of her own?

Answer 1

A woman should be recognised by her own name and identity, just like a man. Referring to her only as someone’s wife can disregard her individuality; using her name is a simple way to show respect. The Election Commission’s refusal to list women merely as “wife of” or “daughter of” upheld this principle of individual identity.