CBSE · Class 10 · Social Science · Civics: Gender, Religion and CasteWhat is meant by the term 'feminist'?

A feminist is defined as a woman or a man who firmly believes in equal rights and equal opportunities for all human beings, regardless of their gender. Feminists advocate for the social, political, economic, and cultural equality of both men and women. They actively challenge patriarchal structures, gender stereotypes, and systemic discrimination that have historically placed women in subordinate positions within society, families, and workplaces across the world.