Mysuru, July 5 -- Session sparks debate on patriarchy, social media

Senior theatre artiste Prof. Lakshmi Chandrashekar expressed concern that social media, instead of empowering women, is increasingly being used to target and undermine them.

Speaking at Kannada panel at Mysuru Literature Festival (MLF) on the topic 'From a Woman's Perspective: Literature, Culture, Society,' she responded to the question, "Social media: Boon or bane for women?" by acknowledging that while digital platforms offer opportunities, they also pose serious risks.

Prof. Chandrashekar said that social media can be a powerful tool for women to exchange ideas and amplify their voices. However, she observed that it is often misused to defame women.

"If a woman is ...