“Defining Freedom: Autonomy in Decision-Making and Self-Determination”

“Freedom, to me, means having the autonomy to make my own decisions, especially regarding important aspects of life like finance. In Indian culture, decisions are often imposed upon girls by their fathers, brothers, or husbands, which I find unsettling. While guidance from guardians is appreciated, true freedom entails being trusted to make the right choices for oneself. In this world, everyone desires to be free like a bird, and for me, freedom means having the power to make decisions that shape my own life.”