A Sociological Study of the Stigma and Silences around Menstruation
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https://doi.org/10.52253/vjta.2020.v01i01.06Keywords:
menstruation, hygiene, taboos, gender, patriarchyAbstract
In most Southeast Asian countries, menstruation is surrounded by various cultural and religious taboos. In India too, menstruation is a tabooed topic, surrounded by silence and secrecy. The main sources of information about menstruation for young girls are their mothers, sisters and friends. However, due to the shame associated with it, such information is often partial and incorrect. This often has adverse effects on the mental, physical and reproductive health of young girls in India. Millions lack the facilities and resources they need for menstrual hygiene. This paper focuses on the need to break the stigma and silences around menstruation. It emphasizes the need to shift focus to health and hygiene practices of women in India.
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