I hope the coming generations of women ecologists in India have it easier. There are definitely some common experiences shared among women in South America, Africa and Australia. But the challenges and rewards for women probably changes among cultures. I believe that India is quite different in many cases. The caste system has had a big impact on Indian society.
Many political parties are caste-based which shows the continuing struggle for power.
To simplify, you are born into a caste group and your occupation and status are determined by descent. The caste system is very divisive and the lower castes were excluded from education, power and influence. Unfortunately this system continues today, although subtly in many cases and plays an important role in the workplace. Women traditionally have a secondary role within this system. This has consequences on the social position of women within the household and in the workplace.