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Intelligence Squared
The Patriarchs: Angela Saini on the Roots of Gendered Oppression
Nov 29, 2023
37:52
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Angela Saini, an award-winning science journalist, challenges long-held beliefs about gender and power. She discusses the origins of gendered oppression, the existence of matrilineal societies that challenge the idea of patriarchy, the contrasting experiences of women in Delhi and Kerala, the concept of gender fluidity throughout history, and the need to reimagine gender norms.
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- Gender roles were not as rigidly defined in ancient societies like Chattelhujuk, challenging the idea of patriarchal societies being the natural order.
- The rise of the state played a significant role in the development of gender inequality, with gender roles becoming more rigidly defined to preserve and expand populations.
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Gender Variations in Ancient Societies
Ancient societies, such as Chattelhujuk in Turkey, reveal that gender roles were not as rigidly defined as they are today. In Chattelhujuk, men and women lived similar lives, ate the same food, and had similar burial practices. The figurines found at the site depict powerful female figures, challenging the idea that patriarchal societies are the natural order. Similar variations in gender roles can be seen in other ancient societies, including the Mongol Empire, where women had significant agency and held positions of power. These examples illustrate the importance of recognizing that gender norms are culturally and historically contingent.
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