In the ancient India, the position of women was considered to be very important and she was attributed to the epitome of power, wealth, love, care and sacrifice. She was no doubt a model par excellence of the power goddess, but at the same time was a source of the family life. The society got entangled with the women and evolved around her in all situations what so ever. Her sacrifice is still a point of discussion even in modern days. This paper will highlight all the above mentioned views.