Jauhar

Jauhar was a historical practice in parts of India where women and children would perform self-immolation, often by fire, to avoid being captured or dishonored by invading armies or enemies. It was typically carried out collectively by groups, usually women from a community threatened with oppression or violence. Jauhar was seen as an act of sacrifice and defiance, intended to preserve the honor and dignity of the community amid circumstances deemed desperate or shameful. The practice has largely ceased today, seen as a tragic chapter in history reflecting the intense social and political struggles of that time.