This paper discusses how the concept of "patriarchy" is most certainly a marker of recognition of the independent character of women's oppression. As well, "patriarchy" is the foundation of women's oppression, and neither of the phenomena can be understood without the other. Therefore, embedded in the sad reality that we cannot discuss women's problems without discussing them in relation to men's interests. Also seen is how the women are locked into economic dependency, which is the crucial factor in understanding why women are oppressed. The views of Engel and Marx are used to understand this topic. 12.5 pgs. 15 f/c. 11b.
