JJEM: Special Edition 3 (January 2025)
JJEM: Special Edition 3 (January 2025)
2025-01-20
Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment for Sustainable Development goals - A Study
Srinivasa C, Dr. Kundan Basavaraj
The term "women empowerment" was first introduced at the UN's Third World Conference on Women in 1985, and it has gained significant traction since then. Gender equality has been designated as the fifth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). While India has made strides in prioritizing gender equality and women empowerment, the current socio-economic and political landscape highlights the persistent secondary status of women within the country's patriarchal framework. This research paper critically examines India's global ranking in terms of gender equality and assesses the efforts made toward achieving SDG-5. Utilizing secondary data from credible sources such as government reports, academic journals, and reputable websites, the study finds that India ranks lower than many other developing nations in this area. It emphasizes the urgent need to evaluate and reform existing policies to better align with the goals of SDG-5. Additionally, the study proposes several strategies aimed at fostering comprehensive women empowerment, focusing on both economic and societal development.
Gender Equality, Women Empowerment, Education, Sustainable Development Goal, Global Gender Gap.