The Economic Times

Rahul Gandhi says women belong to themselves, rejects Manusmriti's prescription about their identity

Rahul Gandhi passionately asserted that women are independent individuals who do not belong to their male relatives. He denounced the outdated perspectives of the Manusmriti that enforce female dependence. With the dreams and aspirations of seventy crore women, India's true potential can be unlocked. He stressed that women represent the nations greatest strength and should empower themselves with self-belief and confidence.