Devlok With Devdutt Pattanaik

Season 2, Episode 20: Women In Mahabharata

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This episode is an extensive discussion on the various women in Mahabharat. Devdutt begins with Ganga and Satyavati and moves on to Amba, Ambika, Ambalika and Kunti, Madri and Gandhari.He talks about the changing roles of women from the time of the Vedas to the latter stage of Mahabharat. An indepth comparison is drawn to emphasize on the changing norms, ideals and rules across time.He also gives us a brief introduction not just on Draupadi but also on the other wives of the Pandavas. Devdutt gives examples of various strong, benevolent, wise and honest women that shaped the Mahabharata in their own way.

Devlok With Devdutt Pattanaik

Season 2, Episode 20: Women In Mahabharata

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