WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND LEGAL REFORMS IN INDIA: AN OVERVIEW

AUTHOR – MAITREYEE KASHYAP, STUDENT AT M.K.E.S. COLLEGE OF LAW

BEST CITATION – MAITREYEE KASHYAP, WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND LEGAL REFORMS IN INDIA: AN OVERVIEW, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (3) OF 2025, PG. 59-62, 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

Women’s rights have been a significant subject of legal reform and social progress in India. Over the years, legislative and judicial measures have been taken to ensure gender equality, protection from discrimination, and the empowerment of women in various spheres. India has diverse personal laws governing marriage and family matters, depending on religious affiliations. The Indian Constitution lays the foundation for gender equality. Legal protections for women against violence exist at national and international levels. To safeguard their rights and ensure justice, many countries have specific laws addressing domestic violence, sexual harassment, human trafficking, and other forms of abuse. India has made significant progress in advancing women’s rights through legal reforms. However, challenges remain in the effective implementation of these laws due to social norms, lack of awareness, and enforcement gaps. Many women still face discrimination, violence, and economic inequality despite legal protections. To ensure real change, there is a need for stronger enforcement, awareness campaigns, and gender-sensitive policies.

Keywords: Women’s rights, Constitutional and legal provisions, gender equality, gender justice, women empowerment