Course Glossary

Brahminical Patriarchy is a term coined by Uma Chakravarti in 1993. It refers to intertwined relations between sexism and casteism. It points out the unique system to Hindu society where patriarchal structures and caste hierarchy are deeply intertwined. This arises from the need for controlling women’s sexuality to maintain caste purity and patriarchy. This system strengthens male dominance, women’s subjugation in the context of caste purity.