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Women’s Movement in India

Women’s Movement in India: An Unequal Reach

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Introduction The women’s movement in India has played a significant role in shaping debates on gender equality, legal rights, political representation, and social justice. From campaigns against dowry deaths to demands for equal pay and political empowerment, feminist activism has influenced public policy and social consciousness. However, a persistent critique remains: the mainstream women’s movement…

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Rural Development Policies

Methods Used by Farmers’ Organizations to Influence Policymaking in India: An Assessment of Their Effectiveness

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Introduction Farmers form the backbone of India’s agrarian economy. Although agriculture contributes a declining share to GDP, it continues to support the livelihoods of nearly half the population and remains politically and socially significant. Because of its size, complexity, and socio-economic importance, agricultural policy is often contested terrain in India. Farmers’ organizations — ranging from…

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