Few consider the role of women in drafting the constitution, with the focus often on the male "founding fathers" of India. A Supreme Court bench noted the oversight, pointing out that traditional narratives have marginalized women s contributions during the Constituent Assembly debates. . The term "founding mothers," cited by Justice Chandrachud in 2018, recognizing the crucial role women played in shaping India s Constitution.
The Reclaim Constitution Initiative organised the event along with the International Institute for Art, Culture and Democracy and the R R Naik Seva Trust.
This year’s Gombe Habba (a traditional doll display) in Bengaluru by the Reclaim Constitution is one such moment. The infusion of constitutional values into this age-old festival aims to bridge gaps in people’s grasp of constitutional values as well as foster a sense of collective purpose.