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DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrhs.net.v12.i8.1
Renu Yadav
Research Scholar
Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University
Uttarakhand, India
Dr. P.P.S. Rana
Research Guide
Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University
Uttarakhand, India
Abstract— Women’s representation in Parliament is an important indicator of democratic participation, gender equality, and inclusive governance. Although women in India have made significant progress in education, employment, and public life, their representation in parliamentary institutions remains comparatively low. The present study titled “Women Representation in Indian Parliament and Its Impact on Women Empowerment: A Comparative Study of Delhi, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh” examines the relationship between women’s parliamentary participation and women empowerment during the period from 2011 to 2023. The study analyses the role of women Members of Parliament in promoting political participation, social awareness, educational development, and democratic inclusiveness. A comparative approach has been adopted to understand regional differences in women’s representation and empowerment outcomes in Delhi, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh. The research is based mainly on secondary data collected from parliamentary records, Election Commission reports, government publications, academic journals, and policy documents. Descriptive and comparative analytical methods have been used to examine trends related to women’s political participation and empowerment. The findings indicate that increased representation of women in Parliament positively influences political awareness, leadership visibility, educational participation, and public perception regarding gender equality. The study also highlights that women parliamentarians contribute significantly toward policy discussions related to welfare, education, healthcare, and social justice. However, several barriers such as patriarchal attitudes, unequal political opportunities, financial limitations, and gender stereotypes continue to restrict equal participation of women in parliamentary politics. The study concludes that strengthening women’s representation in Parliament is essential for inclusive democracy, balanced governance, and sustainable women empowerment in India.
Keywords— Women Representation, Indian Parliament, Women Empowerment, Political Participation, Gender Equality, Women Leadership, Democratic Governance, Parliamentary Participation, Social Empowerment, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh
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