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Women and Local Self Governance In An Indian Context

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June 4, 2007

Women and Local Self Governance In An Indian Context

This report discusses women's role in local government in India. It provides a historical background for the Panchayat Raj, or Indian village councils, and discusses women's participation in such councils. It also details the role of Mahila Rajsatta Andolan, a campaign for women in governance, in furthering women's empowerment.

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Women's Environment and Development Organization

This report discusses women's role in local government in India. It provides a historical background for the Panchayat Raj, or Indian village councils, and discusses women's participation in such councils. It also details the role of Mahila Rajsatta Andolan, a campaign for women in governance, in furthering women's empowerment.

Resource type
Region
Publisher
Women's Environment and Development Organization