Grassroots To Governance: Redefining Women’s Role In Indian Democracy
Source: Youth Ki Awaaz
India, being the world’s largest democracy, envisions democratic participation as the cornerstone of India’s political system. Democratic decentralization or the grassroot level democracy is deeply embedded in ancient Indian philosophy and traditions.
The 73rd constitutional amendment in India, introduced in 1992 has elevated the concept of inclusive growth through democratic decentralization to a remarkable height.
Throughout Indian history, women have been at the forefront of political participation. Women’s representation in the first Lok Sabha was 5% which was increased to 15% during 2023 Lok Sabha. The Women representation percentage for 2023 Rajya Sabha was 13%. Additionally, Panchayati Raj institutions in India also ensure one-third reservation for female candidates out of the total number of seats. Currently, 20 Indian states have made provision for 50% women’s reservation in state PRIs.
Read here the full article published by Youth Ki Awaaz on 25 January 2025.
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India, being the world’s largest democracy, envisions democratic participation as the cornerstone of India’s political system. Democratic decentralization or the grassroot level democracy is deeply embedded in ancient Indian philosophy and traditions.
The 73rd constitutional amendment in India, introduced in 1992 has elevated the concept of inclusive growth through democratic decentralization to a remarkable height.
Throughout Indian history, women have been at the forefront of political participation. Women’s representation in the first Lok Sabha was 5% which was increased to 15% during 2023 Lok Sabha. The Women representation percentage for 2023 Rajya Sabha was 13%. Additionally, Panchayati Raj institutions in India also ensure one-third reservation for female candidates out of the total number of seats. Currently, 20 Indian states have made provision for 50% women’s reservation in state PRIs.
Read here the full article published by Youth Ki Awaaz on 25 January 2025.
Image by Youth Ki Awaaz