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The Price of Pink
Read more: The Price of PinkThe “Pink Tax” is a form of gender-based economic discrimination wherein products and services marketed toward women are often priced higher than comparable items for men. This article explores the historical development of gendered marketing, tracing its roots from early consumer culture to modern-day advertising strategies. It examines the emergence of the Pink Tax through…
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Faith, Equality, and Justice: The Higher Judiciary’s Role in Tackling Gender Bias in Personal Laws and Charting the Path to Reform
Read more: Faith, Equality, and Justice: The Higher Judiciary’s Role in Tackling Gender Bias in Personal Laws and Charting the Path to ReformIndia’s personal laws, steeped in religious traditions, often enshrine systemic gender inequalities that conflict with constitutional guarantees of equality under Articles 14 and 15. Despite its mandate to uphold justice, the higher judiciary has frequently evaded directly addressing the patriarchal biases within these laws, citing cultural sensitivity or legislative prerogative. This article critically examines the…
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The Absence Of a Legal Mandate For Paternity Leave In India
Read more: The Absence Of a Legal Mandate For Paternity Leave In IndiaBy : Manya Singh Abstract Paternity leave remains an overlooked aspect of India’s labour laws. Unlike maternity leave, which is a legal entitlement, paternity leave lacks a statutory mandate, leaving new fathers with limited support. This article explores the absence of a legal framework for paternity leave, its implications on gender roles, workplace equality, and…
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The Mandate for Women Directors: A Critical Legal Studies Perspective
Read more: The Mandate for Women Directors: A Critical Legal Studies PerspectiveBy : Meghana Narayanan Abstract: This article critically examines the legal mandate for women directors in India through a Critical Legal Studies and feminist lens, arguing that it is largely tokenistic. While the provision has increased female representation, it fails to address structural barriers hindering women’s participation in corporate leadership. The article highlights compliance issues…
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RECLAIMING THE FOUNDATIONS: A RETURN TO QUR’ANIC CONJUGALITY
Read more: RECLAIMING THE FOUNDATIONS: A RETURN TO QUR’ANIC CONJUGALITYIslamic feminists highlight the gender egalitarian and socially just nature of Islam and its founding principles. They have continued to argue their interpretation in line with what the religion provides for. They interpret the tenets without deviating from the fundamentals of Islamic principles, posing a challenge to the authority of patriarchal interpretations of the rights…
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Women and Their Role in Corporate Leadership
Read more: Women and Their Role in Corporate LeadershipThe evolving role of women in corporate leadership has made progress but the challenges still persist. Despite an increase in the number of women in leadership roles, they remain significantly underrepresented. This article emphasizes the economic and organizational benefits of gender diversity in leadership. However, barriers such as persistent gender stereotypes, limited mentorship, and the…
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Tailoring Policies for All: Intersectionality and Family Planning
Read more: Tailoring Policies for All: Intersectionality and Family PlanningThis paper delves into the intricate interplay between state policy and the plethora of societal identities, particularly through the lens of family planning policies and reproductive rights. Through an intersectional framework, the article seeks to showcase the duality of experience of one community, juxtaposed with another, and the unique vulnerabilities at play associated with their…
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Rights vs the Reality: The Legal Gaps in Protecting India’s Female Doctors
Read more: Rights vs the Reality: The Legal Gaps in Protecting India’s Female DoctorsBy Suhani Sharma and Nandita Purvi “I measure the progress of a community with the degree of progress women have achieved.” – B.R. Ambedkar The safety of female doctors in state-run hospitals has become an urgent and pressing issue in light of the recent Kolkata rape case. Despite increasing awareness and legal…
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Confronting the Crisis of Rape Epidemic in India; Challenging the Culture of Impunity in India’s Rape Epidemic
Read more: Confronting the Crisis of Rape Epidemic in India; Challenging the Culture of Impunity in India’s Rape EpidemicThis article explores the reality of sexual violence against women in India, where official data shows a woman is raped every 16 minutes. Despite strides in women’s rights, the pervasive rape culture—fueled by societal silence, stigma, and entrenched patriarchal attitudes—continues to put women at risk. The discussion highlights how cultural norms often shift the blame…
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Breaking Free: The Evolving Portrayal of Women in Malayalam Cinema
Read more: Breaking Free: The Evolving Portrayal of Women in Malayalam CinemaThis paper explores the evolution of the portrayal of women in Malayalam cinema. In the past, there have been a lot of movies that had problematic representations of women as submissive and domesticated who were just present to support the heroes. Films like Njangal Santhushtaranu, Vesham, Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal, and Veruthe Oru Bharya, glorify the…
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Inclusive Governance: Strengthening Anti-Discrimination Legislations Against Women
Read more: Inclusive Governance: Strengthening Anti-Discrimination Legislations Against WomenGender discrimination is a rampant issue in India despite the existing legislation which includes unequal pay, limited career advancement opportunities and harassment. Strengthening anti-discrimination legislation is crucial to address these systematic inequalities and promote a fair and inclusive work environment. This paper examines the existing anti-discrimination legislation to protect women in the workplace, focusing on…
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Building Bridges: Uniting Western and Global South Feminisms for a Stronger Movement
Read more: Building Bridges: Uniting Western and Global South Feminisms for a Stronger MovementThe feminist movement has a long and rich history, fighting for women’s rights and equality globally. Feminism is both a movement and an ideology that tries to mitigate political, economic, societal, and opportunistic differences between the sexes. The movement strives to achieve its goals by diluting gender stereotypes and fighting for educational and professional platforms for women.
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