A Multidimensional Study of Women’s Power and Status in Tibetan Society
Abstract
This study explores the roles and status of Tibetan women in family and society through field investigation and literature review. The results show that although Tibetan women have certain rights in family property inheritance, their participation in social and political decision-making is relatively low. After the democratic reform in the 1950s, their legal status was enhanced, but their social participation did not significantly increase. Modernization, increased educational opportunities, and changes in social policies have had a positive impact on improving women’s status, but gender equality still faces challenges. The study emphasizes the influence of Tibetan Buddhist culture on women’s status and examines the transformation of women’s images. This research provides an in-depth perspective for understanding the status of Tibetan women and offers theoretical and practical guidance for gender equality policies. Future research should explore how economic development, legal reforms, and cultural transformations affect the status and roles of Tibetan women to promote gender equality.
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