Role of women in Panchayat Raj system

Abstract

Women faced many hurdles since immemorial time that to in medieval period her condition was very pathetic. But since from British period her condition was slightly improved because of due to British educational system. In the post independent period she is entering all sectors. Now women are working in all field with men folk without any hesitation. But in the political field her participation was less that’s why under the 73^rd constitutional amendment act 33% reservation has sanctioned women for political participation in panchayat raj system like Grama panchayat,Taluke Panchayat and Zilla Panchayat.

The present study is focusing on how women are actively participation in Panchayat raj system how this amendment is help full for her political carrier this

Though women form half of the population. Their contribution in the economic, social of political spheres remains negligible marginal and invisible. Due to distinct diversities in the society the social stratification and social construction reveal strong prejudices prevalent against the downtrodden. The subaltern groups always have to face multi-faceted discrimination from the elites. Women faced many hurdles in India due to over tradition, blind beliefs, Superstitious, other social restrictions, Religion impacts and men folk. But in modern India women position in all field it has been reforming due to British government education, efforts of reformers, efforts of feminists, constitutional provision and special amendment women are subsequently freeing from hurdles. In addition to this state and central government launching many projects, programs to empowering and sustain women in political, economically and socially. In this context in 1991Karnataka has been one of the first states to enact the 73^rd Constitutional amendment and to conduct elections for gram panchayats. It has implemented all the mandatory provisions of amendment. Including reservation of seats and positions of authority for weaker section and women. The 73^rd Constitutional amendment with the reservations for women is a landmark in India’s political development. The results from the functioning of panchayats are really heartening. Many parts of India  are reporting rapid transformation in the way local panchayats have begun to demand information. Monitor development programe, questioning authority and extract accountability. We hear several stories from Kerala ,  Andra Pradesh, Tamil nadu, Karnataka, West Bengal, Madya pradesh and Rajastan all most all over India. This process of political decentralization and encouraging institutions that gave greater voice to women for further strengthened.