Abstract

The philosophical ideas of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar one of the most influential and controversial thinkers of modern India extend deeply into questions of social reform national identity and cultural reconstruction. Among the various dimensions of his intellectual legacy Savarkar’s reflections on the status dignity rights and responsibilities of Hindu women represent a significant yet often understudied aspect of his writings. His views on Hindu womanhood were shaped not only by his nationalist ideology and commitment to cultural rejuvenation but also by his rationalist approach historical interpretations and critique of social stagnation. Savarkar believed that the progress of a nation depended on the empowerment education and moral vigor of its women. He drew upon historical narratives cultural symbols and philosophical arguments to articulate a vision in which Hindu women played an essential role in strengthening society preserving national values and contributing to India’s intelle