Is The Legal Rights Gap Between Men & Women Narrowing?

Equality. That’s the desirable outcome for many. Between men and women, there’s a need to foster that and empower people to go beyond. But, what happens when equality falls short?

According to the World Bank’s Women, Business & Law 2024 Index, it’s said that India ranked 113 out of 190 countries and has climbed. Though, sure, baby steps, but 113 out of 190 may not be the best rank. But, what’s the rank for? It’s the gap between legal rights enjoyed by men and women. According to the ranking, it’s said that Indian women enjoyed 60% of the legal rights given to men. And that’s considered lower than the global average of 64.2%, which may not be that great either.?

It’s said that India’s performance was lower, with regard to supportive frameworks. And it was outlined that equal laws are strongly linked to higher female workforce participation, higher wages for women, more women-owned businesses, better?representation in managerial roles and better work-family balance.

But, what are the on-the-ground realities for women in India, when it comes to legal rights?

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