THE SHIFTING PARADIGM OF GENDER EQUALITY LEGISLATION: A GLOBAL EXAMINATION
AUTHOR – HIMANSHU MOHANLAL LOHAR, LAW ASPIRANT AT M.K.E.S COLLEGE OF LAW
BEST CITATION – HIMANSHU MOHANLAL LOHAR, THE SHIFTING PARADIGM OF GENDER EQUALITY LEGISLATION: A GLOBAL EXAMINATION, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (3) OF 2025, PG. 77-80, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.
THIS ARTICLE IS PUBLISHED IN THE COLLABORATED SPECIAL ISSUE OF M.K.E.S. COLLEGE OF LAW AND THE INSTITUTE OF LEGAL EDUCATION (ILE), TITLED “WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND LEGAL REFORMS” (ISBN: 978-81-968842-4-6). .
Abstract
Gender equality, a fundamental human right, remains a persistent challenge globally. This research article examines the evolving landscape of gender equality laws, analyzing their historical development, current state, and future trajectory. It explores key legal frameworks, including international treaties, national constitutions, and specific legislation addressing discrimination in areas such as employment, education, political participation, and family law. The article further investigates the implementation and enforcement of these laws, highlighting both successes and persistent gaps. Through a comparative analysis, it identifies best practices and emerging trends, emphasizing the crucial role of legal reform in achieving substantive gender equality.
Introduction:
The pursuit of gender equality is a cornerstone of human rights and social justice. While significant progress has been made, gender disparities continue to permeate societies across the globe. Legal frameworks play a pivotal role in establishing the normative foundation for equality and providing mechanisms for redress. This article aims to offer a comprehensive overview of gender equality laws, exploring their evolution, current challenges, and potential for transformative change.
Keywords: The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948), Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (1995), International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions