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The Indian woman who stood up to moral policing - and won a pageant

The Indian woman who stood up to moral policing - and won a pageant

Muskan Sharma, a young woman from Rishikesh, India, won the Miss Rishikesh beauty pageant, a remarkable achievement considering her prior experience with moral policing. Sharma had previously faced criticism and social backlash for her style of dress, which was deemed inappropriate by some. However, she refused to be intimidated and continued to express herself freely. Her victory in the pageant is seen as a triumph against the restrictive social norms that often limit women's choices and freedoms in India. Sharma's success has inspired many, and she has become a symbol of empowerment for women who face similar challenges. The article highlights the importance of standing up against moral policing and the significance of providing women with the opportunity to participate in and win prestigious events like beauty pageants, which can boost their confidence and self-esteem.

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