Volume : 3, Issue : 2, February - 2014
Womens Participation In Electoral Politics
Dr. K. Shamatha
Abstract :
Equality in political participation is one of the major priorities for the advancement of women throughout the globe. Participation in electoral processes involves much more than just voting. Political participation derives from the freedom to speak out, assemble and associate; the ability to take part in the conduct of public affairs; and the opportunity to register as a candidate, to campaign, to be elected and to hold office at all levels of government. Under international standards, men and women have an equal right to participate fully in all aspects of the political process. In practice, however, it is often harder for women to exercise this right. In postconflict countries there are frequently extra barriers to women’s participation, and special care is required to ensure their rights are respected in this regard.
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Dr. K. SHAMATHA Womens Participation In Electoral Politics Global Journal For Research Analysis, Vol:III, Issue:II Feb 2014