Women and Political Power in South and East Asia- An Indic Civilizational Legacy

This book is dedicated to the great women rulers of the Indic civilisation's legacy and all other women who have permanently etched their names in mythology, history, and politics. Whether from the Vedic period, mediaeval era, or modern era, all of the influential females and female rulers mentioned in the book were fearless, occasionally ferocious, powerful, influential, smart, and intelligent. They all made significant contributions during their reigns, including religious, social, and political reforms. Many of them ruled for lengthy and prosperous periods. They promoted education, technology, and novel government systems. These female rulers exhibited great courage in taking the lead, as they were all up against firmly established patriarchal traditions and were influenced by the legacy of the Indic Civilization.