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Abstract
In the present paper, an attempt has been made to analyse and explore how the role of women has evolved through ages. This paper also throws light on the growth of status of woman from ancient time to the contemporary period. How the role of women underwent changes with the passage of time is the sum And substance of the present paper. This paper portrays beautifully feministic aspects, the problems and hardships associated with women and their quest for identity in a patriarchal society.Right from the beginning of Greek period in literature till date, there has been a tremendous change in the position of women who had played her role as mother, sister and wife.