Despite facing significant discrimination and violence
women have very few sources of support. They lack the knowledge or confidence to raise their voices against injustice and seek legal aid or take advantage of financial services, social security schemes etc. Moreover, as a result of patriarchal gender attitudes and practices, women receive little if any support from their menfolk and families in addressing these issues. Historically, women did not have a position in caste panchayats, even in decisions regarding women.
