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“Women become the objects of rules; they are repressed and lose their rights in the name of religion, or they lose their freedom in the name of tradition, while the state legitimates this foolishness with laws.” quote by Okky Madasari
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“Women become the objects of rules; they are repressed and lose their rights in the name of religion, or they lose their freedom in the name of tradition, while the state legitimates this foolishness with laws.”

Okky Madasari

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

It critiques how religion and tradition can be used to justify oppression of women, with the state reinforcing it through laws.

In simple terms: Religion and tradition sometimes suppress women’s rights, backed by law.

Key Takeaway

Challenge oppressive norms.

Themes

gender rights oppression

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

activist inspirational

When to use this quote

  • human rights advocacy
  • legal reform
  • education programs

Key Concepts

feminism law culture tradition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can individuals do to resist such oppression?
  • How can law be used to protect women effectively?
A Different Perspective

Legal change alone may not shift deep‑seated cultural beliefs.

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