Political Representation And Participation

Mandeep Mishra, BBA LLB, JIMS Greater Noida Affiliated with GGSIPU

ABSTRACT

Women make almost half of the global population, however they are the group most excluded from society in virtually every way. Women live as a subjugated class and are disregarded in the home, community, and society at large.

They have historically experienced terrible forms of sexual, physical, and psychological abuse and have the lowest socioeconomic standing. Their suffering has been exacerbated by the patriarchal nature of society, and they have been victims of gender-based violence.

India's 1950 constitution, which emphasises non-discrimination based on caste and dual rights, captures the spirit of the liberation fight. In an effort to fight gender imbalance in politics, the Indian government implemented seat reservations for local governments. When it comes to women's representation in parliament, India comes in twenty-first from the bottom. In India, women have served as prime ministers, presidents, and chief ministers of a number of states. For many years, women have been elected by Indian voters to the national parliament and several state legislative assemblies. From 5% in the first Lok Sabha to 15% now, women are represented in the legislature.

There are 24 female members in the Rajya Sabha, totalling 224 members. In addition, the Indian government has implemented policies like quotas for women in elected office in an effort to advance gender equality and abolish discrimination.

In terms of women's representation in Parliament, India comes in at number twenty-nine. Women comprise about 26% of MPs globally, according to the Inter-Parliamentary Union, however their representation in parliament is only 14%.

Keywords: Representation, Discrimination, gender equality, Society.