Women Empowerment And Gender Equality After Independence

Abstract

The condition of women in India after gaining independence in 1947 has seen both progress and challenges. Women's empowerment is warranted in a developing nation like India where women are viewed as second-class citizens and under males. Independent India made significant strides in enacting laws and policies aimed at improving the status of women. Some notable legislations include the Hindu Marriage act 1955, the Hindu secession act (1956), and the dowry prohibition Act (1961), among others, which addressed issues related  to marriage, inheritance and dowry. Women were granted the right to vote in India's first general elections in 1952, ensuring their participation in the democratic process. The present paper aims to illustrate the constitutional reforms that were introduced in India over the period of time. It would also analyze the factor that will enhance the women participation in the working organizations. It is evident that government of India introduced various policies that increased the participation of women in the workplace.