Nupi
Nupi is a term from the Meitei language (Manipuri) that translates to "woman" or "female." It appears in everyday speech and is used as a feminine given name among Manipuri communities. The word is especially known from historical and cultural contexts through its association with Nupi Lan, the Women’s War, a series of protests by Manipuri women against colonial authorities and policies in the early 20th century. The movement highlighted the social and political role of women in Manipur and is regarded as a landmark in the region’s modern history.
In culture, the concept of nupi appears in Manipuri literature, songs, and folklore where it often symbolizes