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poor, the lower caste men and all women are underprivileged groups in our society that suffer different types of discrimination. It's complicated because higher caste women, who are victims of patriarchy, are the entitled class when they deal with the poor and the lower castes. And the men among the poor practise patriarchy on their women. The change we seek has many layers." "I would prefer to live with a female partner than with a dominating male as his subservient wife even if I were straight," added Seetha. "Absolutely, and ours is a dream relationship. There's hardly any conflict in our roles within the house and outside," Kanaka said with a smile. "Except when she fantasizes about Nutan," laughed Seetha, wrapping her arm around Kanaka's waist. I have got you the song your glowing eyes have been seeking The song that struggled for expression in my heart That magically became the sparkle in your eyes Take it to your heart lest it should slip off your hands Let not my song, more fragile than glass, break into pieces So I can continue to hum this song for you 203