In Bihar's Political Realignment, Women Suffer
As a first-time member of the legislative assembly (MLA) in Bihar, Jyothi Devi, 46, did well over her five-year term: She had 10 bridges—some of...
From Proxies To Politicians: Bihar’s Female MLAs
A former sweeper from a Mahadalit--or lowest of the low--castes, Bhagirathi Devi (centre), 65, is among 28 female MLAs from Bihar contesting the...
