The Legal Challenges Of Gender Equality and Discrimination In Society
By Homana S, School of Excellence in Law, TNDALU, Chennai.
Abstract
Featuring an eye on the historical background, ongoing statutory structures, and the actual barriers that keep popping up across various countries, this research paper discusses the legal challenges underlying gendered disparities and equality in society. Throughout the emergence of legislative provisions and legislation against discrimination intended to advance equality, it charts the history of gender discrimination laws, starting with the early oppressive organizations. The study discusses important international agreements such as the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), but it also shows how traditional values, outdated legal systems, and the impacts of intersectional make it difficult to enforce these laws. By applying case studies, such as the Nirbhaya case in India and the Me Too campaign in the US, The present research highlights the tangible effects associated with legal modifications generated by public controversy. It further explores, while allowing challenges, the crucial role that non-governmental organizations (NGOs) perform in influencing, helping hands, and education. Future strategies to promote gender equality are finally explained in the report, and this additionally fosters complete legislative change, encourages international cooperation, embraces intersectionality in policymaking, and increases public awareness activities. All things looked at, the analysis highlights how essential it is for governments, non-governmental organizations, and society to get together in order eliminate societal barriers and accomplish equality among men and women.
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