The Devadasi system refers to the traditional practice where young girls are dedicated, often from birth or early childhood, to a Hindu deity or temple. The term "Devadasi" literally means "female ...

The Karnataka government is preparing to launch a 45-day survey on Devadasis this month to assess the socio-economic conditions of women impacted by the abolished practice. As per reports, the ...

The Karnataka Devadasi (Prevention, Prohibition, Relief and Rehabilitation) Bill, 2025, aims to “conscientize” the public on the issue of girls and women being dedicated as devadasis by subjecting ...