The New Woman Movement was a feminist movement that emerged in the late 19th century. It challenged traditional ideas about womanhood by advocating for greater personal freedom, educational opportunities, and participation in public life for women.
The New Woman Movement is like a software update on your phone. Just as an update brings new features and improvements, this movement brought about changes in societal expectations and roles of women, offering them more freedom and opportunities.
Feminism: A social and political movement advocating for equal rights for all genders, with a particular focus on the rights of women.
Suffrage: The right to vote in political elections. Women's suffrage refers specifically to the fight for this right for women.
Women’s Rights Movement: An ongoing effort that seeks to secure legal, economic, and social equality for women.
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