Accounting for nearly 50% of the demographic distribution, Indian women in politics have paved the way out of several odds. There are considerable achievements but there’s a lot that needs to be improved. Read on to find out more about the developing landscape of Indian women in politics and the challenges ahead.

Historical context

The journey of Indian women in politics was not much encouraged. However, Women from both rural and urban areas showed up in the freedom struggle.

Notable women leaders like Sarojini Naidu, Kasturba Gandhi, Sucheta Kripani, Pandita Ramabai, and Savitribai Phule encouraged raised voices and stood strong for equal rights and political participation. It is worth noting that the stories of these women and many others who too had their contribution were suppressed or overlooked