Are women in India emerging as new power brokers in politics?
Source: The Friday Times
A noteworthy trend is emerging in Indian democracy, where women are choosing to participate in the electoral process. As the percentage of women voters rises across India, it is yet to be seen how future elections will be impacted.
New Delhi: In recent times, virtually every political party in India has included a dedicated section in its election manifesto, pledging to engage and attract female voters. Does this signal a significant shift in Indian society?
Traditionally, like in many South Asian societies, it was believed that women's electoral choices were heavily influenced by male family members, such as grandfathers, fathers, or husbands. Voting decisions were typically made by men within the family or local community leaders.
However, a noteworthy trend is emerging – an increasing number of women are actively participating in the electoral process. In the recently concluded elections in the state of Rajasthan, where women in rural areas often remain behind veils, the female voter turnout exceeded that of males, with 74.72 percent of women casting their votes compared to 74.53 percent of men.
Click here to read the full article published by The Friday Times on 7 December 2023.
A noteworthy trend is emerging in Indian democracy, where women are choosing to participate in the electoral process. As the percentage of women voters rises across India, it is yet to be seen how future elections will be impacted.
New Delhi: In recent times, virtually every political party in India has included a dedicated section in its election manifesto, pledging to engage and attract female voters. Does this signal a significant shift in Indian society?
Traditionally, like in many South Asian societies, it was believed that women's electoral choices were heavily influenced by male family members, such as grandfathers, fathers, or husbands. Voting decisions were typically made by men within the family or local community leaders.
However, a noteworthy trend is emerging – an increasing number of women are actively participating in the electoral process. In the recently concluded elections in the state of Rajasthan, where women in rural areas often remain behind veils, the female voter turnout exceeded that of males, with 74.72 percent of women casting their votes compared to 74.53 percent of men.
Click here to read the full article published by The Friday Times on 7 December 2023.