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Kashmir's Women Leaders Rise Amidst Violence and Surveillance
11/5/2025
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Story summary
- Ameena Ashraf, a student activist from Lady Shri Ram College, highlights administrative hurdles and surveillance.
- Women have historically led protests in Kashmir, moving from dependents to leaders despite violence.
- Activism is shaped by caste, class, and gender dynamics.
- The caregiving burden limits women's protest participation.
- Shaheen Bagh protests show the risks women face, including legal repercussions and threats.
