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@article{170315,
        author = {Tanaya Rao},
        title = {Rhythms of Power with Indian Classical Dance: Transforming Girls into Leaders},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2024},
        volume = {11},
        number = {7},
        pages = {228-231},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=170315},
        abstract = {- India is projected to become the second-largest economy by 2050 (PwC, The World in 2050)1, with a GDP target of $6 trillion by 20302. Achieving this requires providing all citizens with quality education and skills, especially ensuring 100% literacy among girls. However, UNICEF highlights that girls in India are significantly more likely to miss out on schooling. In a patriarchal society with cultural constraints, physical activity among girls remains critically low—only 3% among women (ICMR-INDIAB)3—jeopardizing their long-term health (Fiona Bull, WHO)4. Additionally, women occupy just 11% of leadership roles in India, compared to the global average of 27.3%5. This study emphasizes fostering the healthy development of girls by integrating Indian classical dance as a culturally resonant tool for holistic and inclusive leadership growth.},
        keywords = {Dance, Bharatanatyam, Classical Art, Leadership, Women, Girl Children, Empowerment, Health, Physical Activity, Development, Cognitive.},
        month = {December},
        }