Addressing Gender Equality Through Policy And Practice

Gender equality is fundamental yet complex concept for a developing country like India. Despite various progressive policies of Indian government disparities still exist. The reason of existence of such disparities can be deeply rooted cultural norms, social condition and weak economic factors combined with gap in policies and its implementations. This paper focus on various policies and practices aimed at addressing the gender equality. The paper focuses on various policy measures and community driven programs, those programs have not only provided solution to the Indian society into the tackling the issue of gender equality but also highlighted the untapped areas in which we have to work. The paper will not only try to shed information on the various challenges but also suggestions regarding policy implementation. By exploring the key policies and how they have helped Indian society to evolve over the period of time towards the attainment of gender equality the paper highlights key suggestions for the need of all inclusive approach which involves legal framework at the base level.