Abstract

Throughout the history of political philosophy, the Public/Private Divide has led to the exclusion of women from the political sphere, resulting in their lack of political rights and responsibilities. However, contemporary perspectives recognize women as political entities, granting them the rights and obligations to engage in the governance of their nations through voting, running for office, and holding public positions. The political rights of women have been acknowledged and codified in various legislative frameworks and international agreements. This research paper aims to investigate whether women are adequately represented at all levels of government globally, with a particular emphasis on India. In examining the degree of gender inequality in political participation, the paper concludes that, although progress is being made, more deliberate actions are necessary to expedite change and eradicate gender disparities across all aspects of life.

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