INDIA'S ROUGH AND TUMBLE WOMEN

Sonika, daughter of a wrestling legend, chose to follow her father's footsteps into wrestling, a bold move in India where women face cultural challenges. Despite societal perceptions, female wrestlers like Sonika are proving their strength, with about 200 professional women wrestlers in India. Sonika's father, Chandy Ram, believes women can excel in wrestling, adding a female wing to his school. Indian girls often outperform boys academically, and female wrestlers have already achieved international success, with hopes for Olympic gold.

In what ways has wrestling changed the perception of girls in India?

What was the significance of the recent Asian Games for female Indian wrestlers?