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What role do Meitei women traditionally play in trade in the Manipur valley?
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The largest freshwater lake in northeastern India, Loktak Lake is known for its numerous phumdis, or floating islands with vegetation.
In the Manipur valley, Meitei women play a central role in the local economy, as they conduct the vast majority of trade. This significant economic responsibility is reflected in their high social status within the community.1