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2024 Fall > UGRD > ASIAN > ASIAN 357L

Women in South Asian Religions: Gender Ideology and Practice in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam

Course #: ASIAN 357L

Description:
This course examines women in South Asian history through the intersections of women's lives with three major faith traditions of the subcontinent - Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam. Using historical, literary, and anthropological lenses the course will consider how various institutions of authority - patriarchy, religion, and the state - have shaped and reshaped gender ideology in South Asia, and how women, throughout South Asia's history, have, in turn, interpreted and negotiated their position in society.

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 4387 TuTh
4:00 - 5:15 pm
Irani,Ayesha Aspandiar University Hall Y01-1320
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024
Capacity: 10
Enrolled: 10
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: International, World Cultures