However, the family sphere remains a site of deep tension. While women are gaining personal and professional freedom, domestic inequality persists. Actress Neena Gupta has openly stated that for many, "nothing has changed," pointing to continued obsessions with a bride's virginity and strict, patriarchal norms within marital homes.
While traditional expectations regarding marriage and domesticity remain strong, modern women increasingly exercise autonomy over their life choices, career paths, and financial decisions. 2. Traditional Attire and Contemporary Fashion
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