2. Devdasis of Karnataka:

Devdasis is a girl “dedicated” to worship and service of a deity or a temple for the rest of her life. Devadasis belt, in Bellary and Koppal districts of Karnataka. Devadasis had a high status in society. After marrying wealthy patrons, they spent their time honing their skills instead of becoming a housewife. Their virginity is auctioned off in the village and they spend the rest of their lives as prostitutes, making money for their families. Devadasi system is contuned in many places like Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

 


Devdasis of Karnataka: