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Ep 404: Devdutt Pattanaik and the Stories That Shape Us

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

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Revisiting Sita and Draupadi: Agency and Interpretation

This chapter explores the nuanced portrayals of Sita and Draupadi in mythological narratives, emphasizing Sita's agency and decision-making within societal constraints. It critiques traditional interpretations that depict these characters as merely submissive, highlighting the complexities of women's roles in the Ramayana and Mahabharata. The discussion underscores the importance of contextual analysis and the challenges of contemporary interpretations that often oversimplify these rich stories.

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