I believe heās referring to the ideal we wrongly call Chivalry (itās actually Courtly Behaviour) and its admonition that Ladies should not be struck under any circumstances.
The problem is that these biological females want to have their cake and eat it too. They claim to want equality and a level playing field, until it no longer benefits them. Then they want to revert to medieval traditions they otherwise find barbaric. If they wish to invoke the protections of Chivalry/Courtly Behaviour, then they need to act like a Lady, not a Man.
No, not at all. If a woman attacks you, feel free to defend yourself.
But if a woman refuses to do as she is told, says things you do not like, or acts like she is just as good as you, you don't get to physically assault her. Period.
I am sorry if an independent woman threatens your manhood. That is your issue, not hers.