Women’s Political Representation in Pakistan – A Historical Overview
Gender mainstreaming in state institutions is essential for promoting gender equality in society. One effective approach to achieving this goal is through political and cultural advocacy focused on gender issues. Despite the long history of the women's movement in Pakistan, women still lack significant representation in both national and provincial assemblies. The few women who manage to secure seats in these assemblies often come from upper-class backgrounds and have inherited their positions through family connections. Additionally, women's issues are rarely prioritised on their agendas. In 2000, Pakistan implemented a policy ensuring 33 percent representation for women in local governments
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Gender mainstreaming in state institutions is essential for promoting gender equality in society. One effective approach to achieving this goal is through political and cultural advocacy focused on gender issues. Despite the long history of the women's movement in Pakistan, women still lack significant representation in both national and provincial assemblies. The few women who manage to secure seats in these assemblies often come from upper-class backgrounds and have inherited their positions through family connections. Additionally, women's issues are rarely prioritised on their agendas. In 2000, Pakistan implemented a policy ensuring 33 percent representation for women in local governments
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