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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 the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख का चुनाव किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Which of the following is the longest-serving political party in India?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में न्यूनतम अनुभव में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा आवश्यक नहीं है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the creation of the All India Services?

संविधान संशोधन के प्रस्ताव किसके द्वारा प्रस्तुत किए जाते हैं?

राष्ट्रपति की अनुपस्थिति में संसद में किस सत्र को आयोजित किया जाता है?

आपातकाल की घोषणा के लिए प्रत्येक सदन में कितने प्रतिशत मतों की आवश्यकता होती है?

न्यायपालिका के निर्णयों की binding प्रभावशीलता किस पर आधारित है?