FOR MY ENTIRE LIFE I HAVE BEEN TOLD

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For my entire life, I've been told to not to dress like that, to not to eat like that, to not to sit like

that, to not to walk like that, to not to talk like that, and the list goes on and on...

For my entire life, people have reminded me that 'log kya kahenge'.

For my entire life, I've been reminded that we live in a society and we are answerable to it for

every action we make.

For my entire life, I was told and taught to protect myself.

For my entire life, I was expected to be an ideal girl who does not question but obeys the 'so-

called' rules and regulations of your society.

For I've spent more than half of my life obeying your rules and restricting myself from doing

things I love.

For I'm like one of those palpitating caged birds who want to fly and explore the world. 'Cause

even luxury and comfort can't bring happiness to you until and unless you're free.

Freedom is all I long for, freedom is all I want

Like a caged bird, I would sing this, like her I would chant.

WRITTEN BY SUNIDHI PANDEY

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