Contextualizing Gender, Law And Judiciary: An Observation On Judicial Activism In Protecting The Rights Of Women In India

Abstract

Gender disparity has become an inherent characteristic of human society. Everywhere, societies are diversified on the basis of attached social labeling such as caste, creed, race, region, religion, language, gender, etc. At the same time, these labels also become the basis of discrimination in society. Despite the advancements in various sectors of society, women at large are lagging behind as compared to men. They are being denied access to basic facilities such as health, economy, property, education, equal wages, political participation, etc. Further, crime and violence against women have become very rampant in contemporary society. This paper attempts to highlight the role of the higher judiciary in addressing issues of women related to equality, justice, and liberty in Indian society. Authors have also tried to mention legal and constitutional rights for mainstreaming of women in India