Sikhism is perhaps the best example of forward-thinking, especially in matters of women and society. Pratibha Chawla discusses this topic in detail in her book, “The Silent Voices and the Creation of a New Universe: Sikh Gurus on Women and Society“. The book looks into the Sikh Gurus’ teachings on gender roles and how the Sikh community developed in tandem with these ideas. It brings out the special efforts Sikh Gurus made in promoting women’s dignity and equality, showing how religious beliefs can be used to support social practices.