LEGAL PROVISION RELATED TO GENDER

EQUALITY
SUBMITTED BY: Naman Mahajan
SUBMITTED TO: University School of Law and Legal Studies
INSTITUTE NAME: Jagan Instutue of Management and Studies
 INDEX
S. No. Particular
1. Introduction
2. Objective
3. Literacy Rate of India
4. Gender Parity Index (GPI)
5. Status of gender equality in COVID-19
6. Gender Equality and Indian Constitution
7. Issue to be resolved
 INTRODUCTION
Gender equality signifies equal rights, opportunities, and treatment
for all people regardless of gender. It encompasses access to
education, resources, decision-making, and economic participation.
Achieving true equality requires both men and women to enjoy the
same privileges and opportunities throughout their lives. In India, the
government implements various schemes to empower women
socially and economically, aiming to bridge the gap in literacy rates
and integrate women into all sectors of society. Examples include
the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative to protect girls and promote
their education.
 OBJECTIVE OF PAPER
• To understand how powers are imbalanced between men and women in the
different areas.
• To identifying and challenging inequality in the different areas such as
education, employment, leadership, income and health care and also the
cases of these inequalities.
• To examine the Gender Equality and empowerment in political and various
other fields.
•  To identify and address inequalities and to monitor progress towards
gender equality.
 LITERACY RATE OF INDIA:

MATERIAL AND Despite India's progress in gender equality over recent

FINDINGS decades, challenges remain. While more girls are
attending school and pursuing higher education,
leading to a decline in child marriage, the overall
literacy rate still shows a gap between men and
women. Although India's rank in the Global Gender
Gap Index has improved, it sits at 112th out of 153
countries.
 Gender Parity Index (GPI)
The Gender Parity Index (GPI) measures gender equality in
education. A value of 1 indicates equal access for boys and girls. In
India, the GPI shows progress, particularly at the primary level
(1.03). While secondary education (1.01) and higher education
(1.05) are nearing parity, there's still room for improvement. This
index is crucial for achieving educational goals and promoting
gender equality. It helps identify disparities, empowers girls through
education, informs policy decisions, and encourages quality
education for all.
Status of Gender Equality during COVID-19 in India:
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly
impacted gender equality in India.
Women in service industries were
especially affected by job losses,
worsening the existing gender gap in
the workforce. Households saw a rise
in childcare and domestic burdens,
primarily falling on women. Violence
against women and girls also
increased during lockdowns, with
many trapped in abusive situations.
While the pandemic affected
everyone, it disproportionately
burdened women in India.
Gender Equality and Indian Constitution:
The Indian Constitution enshrines gender equality through several
articles. Article 14 guarantees equal rights and opportunities for all
citizens, regardless of gender. Article 15 prohibits discrimination
based on gender, promoting equal pay for men and women. Article
16 ensures equal access to public sector jobs without gender bias.
Finally, Article 39, a directive principle, directs the state to work
towards equal pay for men and women. These articles together form
the foundation for legal equality between genders in India.
Issue to be resolved:
The study reveals persistent gender inequality in India. Despite legal protections, women face
discrimination in education, social participation, and economic opportunities. Many women
remain illiterate and confined to domestic chores. To achieve equality, several challenges must
be addressed:

• Bridging the gender gap in education is crucial. All, regardless of gender, deserve the right to
learn.
• Women's health, both physical and mental, needs attention to empower them to fight for
equality.
• Child marriage, a practice that hinders education and reinforces dependence, must be
abolished.
• Equal pay for equal work is essential to elevate women's status in society, both economically
and socially.
• While laws exist to protect women, changing societal attitudes is necessary to truly combat
gender-based violence
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