• Gisala George
• Subhitha Menon

Widows in every society face multiple and conflicting social challenges. Their status is defined by a diverse group of interrelated and intersectional factors - social, religious, cultural as well as economic, all of which not only isolate them from their families and community, but also leave them responsible for the care and support of their children. This is particularly true for India, where the life of an individual is governed by certain socio-cultural norms which determine a person's social standing as well as purpose and function in life. Developed over centuries, these socio-cultural norms are mainly responsible for the subordination of women within the family.

Socio-economic; Family; Widowhood; Subordination; Social Impact

"An Overview of Socio-economic Living Conditions of Widows", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no.e422-e431, August-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2208449.pdf

"An Overview of Socio-economic Living Conditions of Widows", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no. ppe422-e431, August-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2208449.pdf