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Beauty Contests: Impact on Women’s Empowerment, Dignity, and Respect
Dr.Vijayalakshmi Aluri, Winner of World Bank’s Projects competition, Author, Health Educator, Social worker and Gynecologist, Sri Sri Holistic Multi specialty Hospitals, Hyderabad.
Once upon a time, beauty contests were seen as glamorous platforms that promised fame, recognition, and even a voice to women. They still do, to an extent. With crown, sash, and a bouquet in hand, many titleholders have spoken about world peace, women’s rights, and social justice. But underneath the glitter and applause, a deeper question lingers:
Do beauty contests truly empower women, or do they silently reduce them to a set of physical standards?
It’s time to unpack the truth — plainly and honestly.
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What Are Beauty Contests, Really?
Beauty contests are organized competitions where women (and increasingly men) are judged based on appearance, personality, confidence, and sometimes talent or intelligence.
They range from local shows in small towns to global events like Miss Universe and Miss World.
