How Migration of Men Led to Bihar's Women Upending Gender Dynamics The prevailing perception defines women of Bihar as 'left-behind' by their male counterparts who migrate for work. However, a closer look suggests otherwise. Representative image of women in Patna district of Bihar. Photo: Mohd Imran Khan Women6 hours ago The prevailing perception about Bihari women in a sub-urban or rural setting reduces the different dimensions of their persona into fossilised gender identities like âleft-behind womenâ. In other words, they are mostly considered as the passive recipient of exploitative patriarchal actions in a traditional, patriarchal society of Bihar. However, a closer look at the society of Bihar would suggest that the role of the women of Bihar is far more dynamic and powerful than a mere passive victim of patriarchal hegemony. A history of migration of males of Bihar in search of better livelihood has resulted in an environment for women where they are not under the constant and direct control of their male counterparts and it provides for a space where they assert themselves more freely in both private and public space.