Azad Parindey, Vol-16
Volume 16 of Azad Parindey critically examines the role of faith in shaping experiences, especially for women, exploring how religion intersects with identity and empowerment.
Religion and its practices often mold cultural norms, from everyday rituals to social interactions. In a diverse country like India, religious beliefs can both unify and divide communities. This issue of Azad Parindey delves into how religious norms impact women’s lives, uncovering both the empowering and restrictive elements of faith. The volume also celebrates secularism and its role in promoting unity among diverse religious communities. By meeting and interacting with individuals from various religious backgrounds at Azad, we emphasize the strength and unity that emerge from embracing this diversity.
Through personal stories from Azad’s community leaders and drivers with diverse faiths, we explore how religion influences their daily practices and societal roles. We also address the constraints imposed on women by religious norms, such as dress codes, fasting practices, and access to religious spaces. This volume highlights these challenges and their effects on women’s experiences and perceptions.
