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Sociology

Patriarchal Bargains and Gendered Agency in Traditional Households

Quick fact

Sociologist Deniz Kandiyoti coined the term 'patriarchal bargains' to describe the strategies women adopt in patriarchal systems, showing that their compliance is often a form of rational negotiation, not blind submission.

Why this is interesting

In many traditional households, women appear to accept their subordinate roles—yet a closer look reveals they often make strategic choices that secure significant power and security. How do they navigate such a limited playing field?