A Study of Political Empowerment of Women in Jammu Division

Abstract

This study delves into the various aspects of women's political empowerment in the Jammu Division, specifically
looking at how it impacts their academic, social, and economic empowerment. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment
Act and other constitutional protections have not eliminated the persistent patriarchal norms, lack of education, and
political underrepresentation that women in Jammu endure. This study uses a mixed-methods strategy, combining
qualitative and quantitative techniques based on primary and secondary data. Results from a survey of 300 people
show that women's political empowerment is associated with higher levels of economic participation, social
influence, and academic achievement. The statistically significant results of the analysis of variance and correlation
confirm the critical importance of women's political participation in improving their status in various domains. The
study emphasizes the importance of Panchayati Raj Institutions as change agents and stresses the need for
education, institutional support, and effective communication to help women become politically active. The results
highlight the critical importance of immediate legislative changes, focused training, and mentoring initiatives to
assist women seeking leadership roles. Achieving political empowerment is not a standalone objective, but rather a
cornerstone of inclusive governance and greater gender equality. This research adds to the increasing amount of
literature that calls for coordinated policy responses and long-term grassroots organizing to increase women's
political engagement.