STRIDHANA - ஸ்திரிதனா

Language - Sanskrit/Telugu

Telugu Word - స్తిరితనా

Woman's Separate Property. Example: In historical Telangana, 'Stridhana' referred to a woman's personal property or wealth, which she had the right to control and dispose of independently, even within a patriarchal society. This term is derived from Sanskrit, combining 'stri' (woman) and 'dhana' (wealth or property). It signifies the separate property or wealth owned by a woman, which she has absolute control over and can manage, sell, or bequeath as she wishes. This concept existed in ancient Hindu law, granting women a degree of financial independence and autonomy, even within a patriarchal social structure. Understanding 'Stridhana' is crucial for interpreting historical land documents and understanding the property rights of women in Telangana.