Jauhar is a Hindu funeral practice in which a woman, typically a queen or princess, would immolate herself on her husband's pyre
The origins of jauhar are not clear, but it is believed to have originated in the medieval period and was practiced until the late 19th century.
It was seen as a heroic act and a way for the women to avoid being taken captive or subjected to the humiliated of being captured by the enemy.
There are several recorded instances of jauhar in Rajput history, including the mass suicides of the women of the fort of Chittorgarh in 1303 and 1535
Today, jauhar is widely condemned as a barbaric practice and a violation of human rights. It has been outlawed in India since the 20th century.
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