EQUALITY OF STATUS OF WOMEN IN INDIA

AUTHOR – AMISH ANANT, STUDENT AT M.K.E.S COLLEGE OF LAW

BEST CITATION – AMISH ANANT, EQUALITY OF STATUS OF WOMEN IN INDIA, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (3) OF 2025, PG. 47-50, 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

To awaken the people, it is women who must be awakened; once she is on the move, the village move and the nation move. The issue of gender equality and the status of women has been one of the most important discussions in India for centuries. The Indian Constitution guarantees equality to women through a variety of provisions, which are aimed at ensuring that women are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. Article 14 establishes the principle of equality before the law, guaranteeing equal legal protection for all individuals, including women. Article 15 prohibits any form of discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. Article 42 mandates the state to create fair and humane working conditions, including maternity benefits, addressing the specific needs of women in the workforce. Article 51A calls upon Indian citizens to reject practices that undermine the dignity of women, promoting respect and equality in society. The status of women in India has significantly progressed since the nation gained independence. Legal initiatives, forward-thinking policies, and increased social consciousness have played vital roles in raising women’s status in the country.

Keywords: Gender Equality, Women’s Rights, Constitutional Provisions, Legal Reforms, Education for Women, Women Empowerment,