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Virginity: What is it, really?

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Virginity: What is it, really? Key Takeaways Virginity is a social construct, not a biological fact. The hymen is not a proof of virginity. It varies for everyone. Cultural pressure around virginity reinforces gender inequality. Roots Of Virginity Merriam-Webster defines ‘virgin’ as a person who has not had sexual intercourse. For many, losing virginity is […]

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Kukari ki Rasam: The Virginity Test For Women’s Purity

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Kukari ki Rasam: The Virginity Test For Women’s Purity What’s the worth of a woman’s ‘purity?’ It’s an interesting question because of its absolute absurdity. It wants to quantify an abstract concept in monetary terms only to use it as a weapon against a newlywed. It unpacks several stigmas in society against sexual liberation and

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