Amidst the rich cultural tapestry of Rajasthan blended with new threads of modernity, rising industrial and infrastructural development, the paradigm of women's safety and empowerment is also evolving. With the alarming statistics regarding violence against women emerging each year, Self-Defense by women emerges as one effective solution being encouraged by national and state governments as well as private institutions. For any such practice to be successful though, there needs to be a thorough understanding of the beliefs and opinions of the target population. This paper delves into the perspectives of women in Rajasthan concerning self-defense training. Utilizing a mixed-method approach involving surveys and indepth interviews with a diverse cohort of 500 women, our findings indicate a growing awareness and positive perception towards self-defense. Motivations primarily encompass personal safety and empowerment, although barriers like societal norms and limited accessibility to training facilities persist. A significant insight reveals potential cultural shifts, suggesting that while self-defense training might challenge traditional gender roles, it offers a pathway to augmenting women's autonomy in the modern context. This study underscores the need for robust awareness campaigns, infrastructural support, and an adaptive societal mindset to truly harness the potential of self-defense training for women in Rajasthan.