Question

In the line, "The weight of my breasts and womb crushed me. / I shrank Pitifully," what is Kamala Das symbolizing?

• A. The resilience of women's strength against societal pressures
• B. The physical and emotional burdens of womanhood imposed by societal expectations
• C. The superficial beauty standards women are often subjected to
• D. The power dynamics between men and women in relationships

Answer 1

Answer:

B. The physical and emotional burdens of womanhood imposed by societal expectations

• Kamala Das uses this imagery to convey the oppressive nature of societal norms that expect women to conform to certain roles and ideals, and how these expectations can weigh heavily on a woman's sense of self.