Rakhees Schoolgirl -

: Published in the journal International Journal of Sociology of the Family or as part of edited volumes focusing on the South Asian experience in Britain.

: Kanitkar examines how the traditional brother-sister bond signified by the Rakhee was adapted by schoolgirls to formalize and celebrate intense female friendships . rakhees schoolgirl

The paper explores the cultural significance of the Rakhee (a decorative thread typically used in the Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan) within the context of South Asian schoolgirls living in London. Key Insights from the Study : Published in the journal International Journal of