She Breaks Barriers

  CHALLENGING THE NORMS: THE SILENT BATTLE OF INDIAN WOMEN IN SPORTS August 7th, 2024 would go down in Indian history as the time when a strong, irrepressible, and buoyant Indian sportswoman would be remembered as the one whose struggle to bring glory to the country failed by a hairline. Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 from the wrestling championship because she was overweight by a mere 100 grams. She was cheered, backed up, and celebrated across the nation for the many hats she donned and the fighting spirit she has. Now let’s turn back the pages of history and visit the era between the 1940s to 1950s. Hamida Banu, known as the “Amazon of Aligarh”, the village near Aligarh where she was born, was the first undefeated Indian women wrestler. In the times when wrestling was a male dominated sport, she broke the norms by proposing to marry the wrestler who would defeat her. She travelled to many cities announcing the challenge and never was defeated once. H...

Financial literacy is the ability to understand and manage your money effectively. While crucial for everyone, it's particularly important for women who often face a financial knowledge gap compared to men. This gap can leave them vulnerable to exploitation, limit their economic opportunities, and hinder their ability to achieve their financial goals. However, by taking control of their finances and building financial literacy, women can navigate the complexities of money management with confidence and pave the way for a secure future. The Gender Gap and its Consequences Several factors contribute to the gender gap in financial literacy: Socialization and Gender Roles: Traditionally, financial decision-making has been seen as a male domain. Women may not have received the same education or encouragement to manage their finances independently. Life Transitions and Career Gaps: Women are more likely to take career breaks due to childcare responsibilities, impacting their earning ...