Believe Quote by Laxmi Narayan Tripathi
“I was first sexually exploited when I was seven, by a distant cousin at a family wedding. Even after that I was routinely molested by older cousins and their friends. See, my innocence was taken away and I became mature at one bloody incident. I believe I never had a childhood. I grew up as an elderly person. And that's what my femininity brought upon me. Of course, in a patriarchal society, hijras' bodies are thought of as toys.”
About This Quote
Source Autobiography: My Life, by Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, 2020
Early sexual abuse and societal oppression shape a painful identity, highlighting systemic gender violence.
In simple terms: Abuse and patriarchy robbed childhood and forced premature maturity.
Key Takeaway
Seek justice and support for survivors.
Themes
trauma
gender oppression
identity
Mood
somber
determined
Type
autobiographical
activist
When to use this quote
- legal advocacy
- counseling
- community support groups
- policy reform
Key Concepts
abuse
patriarchy
survivor resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can empower survivors beyond sharing their story?
- How can society dismantle patriarchal structures that enable such abuse?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on victimhood may overlook empowerment pathways and resilience.
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