Legal & Constitutional Provisions for Empowering Women-A Brief Study

Abstract

After independence, the status of women has undoubtedly changed in various fields of life. The government of India has made various legislative, constitutional and other provisions for safeguarding the interest of women. The constitution of India provided equal opportunities to women in all walks of life such as education, employment, justice and political participation and granted equal rights to women in the every field of life. The government has introduced various schemes for socio-economic development and gender justice. After these efforts, there has been a remarkable improvement in women's condition since independence.
Keywords: Gender Equality, Indian Constitution, Women Empowerment, Gender Justice.