THE LEGAL PROFESSION IN INDIA: A “BOYS’ CLUB” NO MORE?

AUTHOR – ROOHUL ALI, STUDENT AT BHARATI VIDYAPEETH NEW LAW COLLEGE, PUNE

BEST CITATION – ROOHUL ALI, THE LEGAL PROFESSION IN INDIA: A “BOYS’ CLUB” NO MORE?, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 4 (2) OF 2024, PG. 87-92, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

ABSTACT:

The legal profession in India has a long history of being male-dominated, with women facing significant barriers to entry and advancement. Despite progress, gender disparity remains a pressing issue, with women making up only 21-23% of enrolled advocates in India. Women lawyers face various challenges, including gender-based discrimination and harassment, limited opportunities for advancement, and stereotyping and bias. These challenges are perpetuated by societal attitudes and gender stereotypes, limited access to education and training, and discrimination and bias. Efforts to address the underrepresentation of women in the legal profession are gaining momentum. Mentorship programs, training, and networking opportunities are being established to support women lawyers. The government, bar associations, law schools, and the legal profession must work together to create a more inclusive and diverse legal profession. The international community has acknowledged the significance of gender diversity and inclusion in the legal profession, and various initiatives have been undertaken to achieve gender equality and empower women and girls. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a global framework for achieving gender equality. The legal profession in India must evolve to become more inclusive and diverse, providing equal opportunities for women lawyers to succeed and contribute to the country’s legal landscape. By working together, we can create an environment where women lawyers can thrive and contribute to shaping India’s legal landscape.

Keywords: Gender disparity, legal profession, India, women lawyers, gender diversity, inclusion, gender equality