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Charting A New Era: The Women Reservation Act and the Promise of Political Empowerment for Women in India

Author(s) Dr. Syed Ali Nawaz Zaidi, Mr. Mursalim Khan
Country India
Abstract Political representation is a sine qua non for a liberal democracy. Political quotas are intended to lessen the absence of people who are disadvantaged due to the inequitable social structures that support political processes. This paper looks at how the Women Reservation Act might promote gender-inclusive governance and political empowerment. The Act's awareness, perceptions, and expectations were assessed through a systematic public survey. The results show broad support for the reservation, which is encouraging given its potential to improve women's representation. Responses do, however, also draw attention to persistent issues like societal barriers, tokenism fears, and scepticism regarding timely implementation. For the policy to be effective, many participants underlined the necessity of intersectional inclusivity, legal awareness, and institutional reforms.
The paper makes the case that, with sustained political will and systemic reform, this amendment can spark significant change, drawing on both international models and the grassroots success of Panchayati Raj. It marks the beginning of a new era for gender justice within the democratic and constitutional framework of India.
Keywords Women Empowerment, Women Reservation, Political Empowerment and Gender Justice
Field Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-01-25
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.67279
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