Social reform like female autonomy overcomes taboos
Social reform like female autonomy overcomes taboos Ulupi in the Mahabharata SWOT of Ulupi S ocial reform of W idow remarriage helps to O vercome adversities of destiny and T aboos and helps to carry on with life 1. Introduction & Significance of Ulupi Ulupi occupies a distinctive position in the Mahabharata tradition as a Naga princess, widow, autonomous woman, and devoted wife of Arjuna . Her story highlights that widow remarriage was socially acceptable during Mahabharata times , contrasting sharply with later historical periods when widowhood became restrictive. Ulupi’s life illustrates: Female agency in choosing a partner Acceptance of widow remarriage Silent but decisive influence on the epic’s major events Her role is subtle but structurally crucial , especially in matters of dharma, curse-redemption, and lineage continuity . 2. Brief Biography of Ulupi Ulupi was a Naga Kanya , daughter of Kauravya (Airavatha Kauravya) , a Naga ...