Throughout every period, a woman's role in society has always been defined by her actions and her ability to follow the ideal values ​​of her tradition of era. However, two of the greatest Hindu epics, the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, reveal two very different women, each representing the "ideal woman" of a different era. Sita, wife of Lord Rama, accepts mistreatment and humiliation as a woman of society while remaining completely faithful and honest. On the other hand, Draupadi, wife of the Pandavas, challenges the masculine gender and revolts against all mortification. Throughout Indian literature, the gender divide offers these two bold iconic figures in different ways, as some would argue that Sita represents ancient times and Draupadi represents more modern times. Sita presents a more conservative ideal woman while Draupadi depicts the stronger, more modern woman of today. Both women, victims and acceptors of their own destiny, embrace their contrasting roles as women who introduced a new vision of the powerful woman and continue to influence Hindu women today. Women, not only in India but across the world, in recent years have gained enough power to raise their voices and become independent. When we discuss the status and role of Hindu women in society, we can conclude that until recently, women were burdened and suppressed by patriarchal and marital power. “The society described in doctrinaire literature reflects a strong patriarchal value system and a rigid code of conduct for women. » A society expects a lot from its women and imposes inviolable rules, which lead to unbearable consequences that the family and the female individual would have to face if...... middle of paper ...... yes . They were able to embody idealistic characteristics that women of two different generations adopted to be a respected woman in society. Sita, an extraordinary wife, ready to suffer all the consequences and humiliations that her husband imposes on her, illustrates and demonstrates the behaviors of women who were bound by strict rules and were not allowed to take a stand on many issues. On the other hand, Draupadi, a bold woman overall, but also very loving and faithful to her husband, is capable of fighting for her rights and unreservedly fulfilling her duty as a wife, a role that many Hindu women assume today today. With the constant evolution of society and the differences between the sexes, women are progressing as a whole by acquiring the characteristics of these two emblematic figures; be simple and humble like Sita, while being bold and demanding.