On the Defeats and Lessons of Women Activities During the 30 Years Before New China

The women's movement during the 30 years before new China has got great achievements, but some defeats do exist. First, social yoke which shackled women have been smashed but spiritual yoke still exist. Second, the slogan of "Men and Women Being Equal" caused women subject consciousness to be depreciated. This hindered the realization of the ideal of men and women being equal. Last, depending psychology confines the improvement of women's quality.