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Indian Women in 21st Century: Legal Status, Contemporary Issues and Challenges
Editor(s): J. S. P. Srivastava, Vyanjna Saini
Format: Single-Component Retail Product (Book)
Year of Publication: 2025
Publisher Name: National Press Associate
The dawn of the 21st century presented India with a unique duality: a nation rapidly asserting its global presence while simultaneously grappling with the deeply entrenched realities faced by its women. "Indian Women in the 21st Century: Legal Status, Contemporary Issues, and Challenges" endeavors to navigate this complex landscape, offering a comprehensive and critical examination of the progress achieved, the obstacles that persist, and the ongoing struggles for true gender equality. For centuries, Indian women have been the bedrock of families, communities, and indeed, the nation itself. Yet, their contributions have often been understated, their voices silenced, and their rights curtailed. The framers of the Indian Constitution, recognizing the historical injustices, boldly envisioned a society where equality and dignity would be the birthright of every citizen, irrespective of gender. This vision translated into a robust legal framework designed to empower women and protect their interests. However, as we stand deep into the 21st century, the chasm between legal provisions and lived realities remains painfully evident.
Authors
J. S. P. Srivastava
J. S. P. Srivastava Dean, FoLS, is currently working at Motherhood University, Roorkee, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, as Professor of Law and leading Faculty of Legal studies for last four years. He has done his master's in law from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, and D.Phil. in Law from Allahabad University, Prayagraj. He has acquired an ample experience in legal education industry and has completed his journey of around three decades as a profound teacher, researcher and impactful administrator. Professor Srivastava has an expertise in Constitutional Law, Environmental Law, International Law, and Human Rights. The tally of academic achievements is high as he has published /presented more than 100 research articles in SCOPUS/UGC/Peer-reviewed enlisted journal, and conferences. He has also published many books. Patents have been granted on the idea proposed by him. Moreover, he is member of several editorial boards of reputed Legal and Humanities journals. Prof Srivastava is a versatile person. Besides Law exprt, he is a good philosopher with instinct human values. He is full of enthusiasm and marvellous person. No matter how much praise is given to Prof Srivastava, it is worth it. It turns Professor Shrivastav as an inspiring example for students.
Vyanjna Saini is an accomplished Research Scholar pursuing her Ph.D. degree in Law at Motherhood University, Roorkee. She is currently working as an Assistant Professor in Law at the Faculty of Legal Studies, Motherhood University, Roorkee, Haridwar, Uttarakhand. She is currently engaged in writing her Ph.D. thesis on Role of Indian Judiciary in Empowerment of Women: An Analytical Study. She holds LL.B. from C.C.S. University Meerut, Uttar Pradesh and completed her Masters (LL.M.) in Criminology from Uttrakhand Technical University, Dehradun. She is member of various Institutions and organizational bodies. Ms. Vyanjna Holds a number of Publications in SCOPUS/ Peer- reviewed Journals, and she also has various book chapters. On top of the, she had presented papers in National and International Conferences, Seminars, and workshops. Patent has been granted to her for unique ideological formulation.