Episode of Series “Our Asian neighbours: India”.
The story of a young Muslim girl student living in a crowded section of Old Delhi. The customary veiling of women (Purdah) and impending marriage by arrangement are examined.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
012720
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → India - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Women - India
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Women - India
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Women - India
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)