Political empowerment of women in urban local bodies: A study of Rohtak district, Haryana

Political empowerment of women is a crucial aspect of democratic governance and inclusive development. Over the years, various constitutional amendments, policy interventions, and social movements have contributed to enhancing women’s participation in urban governance. However, achieving full political empowerment remains a challenge due to social, economic, and institutional barriers. The Present study is an endeavour to examine the political participation and representation of women in urban local bodies in Rohtak district. It is an effort to study the political empowerment of women in urban local bodies. The research is based on qualitative and quantitative analysis of participation level, leadership roles, policy impacts, and socio-cultural bottlenecks.