Saturday, November 14, 2009

Women as tool for econimic gain


Society of India is as variegated as India itself.People here follow diametrically typical contradictory traditions not only in rural areas but also in urban areas.These traditions characteristically influence mode of living and thinking of people.Historically, horizontal stratification of society is rigid and fixed compared to vertical division on economic parameters.This dilemma is quite noticeable even in economically well developed strata with hypocrisy.Indian society is unique hypocrite society.
People here have organized in a society that is a consequence of unequal distribution of socio-economic, cultural and political gains. Opportunism and mistrust is hallmark of social mil lieu.Revelation is very much concealed.Deliberated ignorance about self is projected to harvest the benefits for which one is not qualified.
Under such circumstances fair sex is compelled to show response as dictated by man folks.Two instances I quote here which I came across recently.A married woman approached a notary for attesting an affidavit declaring herself as a widow. When notary enquired about her status as widow on seeing "SINDOOR" at her forehead.She ashamedly admitted that she is now married and her new husband compelled her for widow pension despite her resistance.Unemployment allowance is being grabbed by housewives who never tried for any job in the job market and their husbands are against for accepting any kind of job.Interestingly, all documents are prepared by their man folks for en cashing easy money earmarked for needy unemployed.Is this not a hypocrisy?

Monday, November 2, 2009

Hypocratic tendencies in northern India


Northern Indian states particularly Western UP,Rajasthan,Punjab,outer sub urban of Delhi and Haryana are experiencing a typical social order.In these states social development legs behind in their economic progress.These areas are characterized by decay of social values.Opportunism is the hallmark of these areas.People here have accepted it as tool of sustenance.
Fairer sex is facing new challenges not only for its well being but also for its survival.Skewed sex ratio has posed new threats for the society as a whole.Youths are at loggerhead in finding a mate.One who could manage some money procure a mate from the market irrespective of consideration of caste, religion, area, language and social norms.Hardly any voice of dissent is heard.But when such a thing happens in the society here, all kind of forces are galvanised to oppose such marriages in the name of brotherhood,neighbourhood and prevalence of social norms.It has been noticed that hardly a fortnight passes without any such reporting. Gruesomely, couples are dictated to shiver their bond or face ostracize.A few of them have to sacrifice themselves on the altar of love,trust and self respect.Is this
a healthy sign of a living and vibrant society? Is the choice of mate not a fundamental right? Will the coming generation forgive us for fettering our Young's without any fault of theirs?

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Deteorating status of women in traditional Haryanvi society


Haryana was born on this day 43 years ago.I am also of the same age by chance. It is believed then that new formation will bring forth new dimensions in socio-economic, political milieu of this new state.Some significant changes have been noticed in economic field but the most important arena of societal development could not advanced further.Today Haryana's society particularly rural society is facing great contradictions. It shows a tribal character in societal decision making in the age of technological advancement. Social norms are twisted in such a manner that few most backward people by thoughts in a particular area govern the people by issuing talibani dictate. Rural areas have become inferno for youths particularly for those who have tender feelings of love and affection. Young boys and girls are butchered for no fault. Shamefully no reaction is made by any political and intellectual organisation. It seems society has become insensitive and its people dumb. It appears that we all are statues arranged in a rock garden. Will this heartless fearsome society is worth for its survival?