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Gender Justice in the Constitution

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Embodied in Articles 14–16 (equality before law, prohibition of discrimination), Directive Principles on equal pay for equal work, and protective labor legislation. Reservations in local bodies (Panchayats, Municipalities) ensure women’s political empowerment. The Supreme Court has recognized sexual harassment at workplaces as a rights violation (Vishakha guidelines). Efforts to pass the Women’s Reservation Bill in Parliament reflect continuing reforms. Despite constitutional mandates, societal structures—patriarchy, lack of literacy, safety concerns—impede progress. The National Commission for Women, specialized laws (Dowry Prohibition, Domestic Violence Act), and educational policies collectively seek to realize the constitutional promise of gender equity.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is NOT a function of the President of India?

Which of the following is NOT a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Which of the following is a power of the Rajya Sabha?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया में संसद के प्रत्येक सदन में कितने प्रतिशत मतों की आवश्यकता होती है?

Who appoints the members of the Election Commission of India?

राज्यों के बीच शक्तियों का संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Which of the following provisions of the Indian Constitution is related to the financial emergency?

Who has the authority to dissolve the Rajya Sabha?

भारतीय संसद में सर्वोच्च विधायी प्राधिकारी कौन है?

संसद सदस्यों की योग्यता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?