Political Activities of Indian Women during Sultanate

Men always play a dominant role in the Indian politics. History of subcontinent rarely mentions the women who played active role in politics of the court. Feudal structure, social values, customs and traditions are the main hindrances in the women-development especially as politicians. Raziya Sultan, a female sovereign during Sultanate period is a unique example. Besides her, many other women showed their involvement in the court affairs. This article is an attempt to explore the political activities of women during Sultanate period.