A post-colonial patriarchy? Representing family in the Indian nation-state

This website contains an academic article titled "A post-colonial patriarchy? Representing family in the Indian nation-state". It discusses the changes in family structures and the role of women in India during the transition from colonial rule to self-governance. The article argues that the transition led to a new post-colonial patriarchy, where the propertied husband held significant authority, despite initial hopes that independence would lead to greater focus on citizens' welfare. The paper explores the complex interplay between colonial rule, property rights, personal law (particularly Hindu law), and gender relations in the Indian context.