Gender inequity, contrary to popular belief, does not refer to disparity of female gender rather it is a social phenomenon that occurs when both the genders males as well as females are not treated equally by the society. Differences in genetics, psychology, or cultural norms may form the basis of such kind of treatment. Some of these distinctions tend to be socially constructed, whereas others appear to be empirically supported. Tara, a captivating play, raises concerns about a discoursed society that handles children born within the same womb in two distinct ways. The play explores the issue of gender discrimination, demonstrating preferential treatment towards male children in an ostensibly educated community. The play revolves around the separation of the conjoined twins, Chandan and Tara, who are born with three legs, with Tara having a better chance of surviving. The gender discrimination towards Tara is apparent when the third leg is offered to Chandan by altogether preverting a medical report. The play showcases the predicament towards the female and how she is subjugated by patriarchal culture. It also addresses the issue of cultural discrimination against women in an elaborate and systematic manner. Thus, Dattani's drama depicts the harsh reality of life. The aim of this paper is to bring to forefront how Tara is discriminated on the bases of socially constructed gender by the various characters in the play.

Keywords: Gender Discrimination, Female, Constructed, Patriarchal, Womb, Predicament.