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General Studies Prelims

General Studies (Mains)

Women’s Rights

Women's rights encompass the legal, social, and economic entitlements of women. These rights aim to ensure equality and freedom from discrimination. They include access to education, healthcare, and employment. Women's rights also advocate for protection against violence and exploitation. In many cultures, these rights have evolved over time. Progress continues to be made, but challenges remain globally. Empowerment is key to achieving true equality.

Marital Rape Exception Debate

India’s constitutional promise of equality, dignity, and bodily autonomy sits uneasily with one of its most persistent legal...

 December 19, 2025

Women-Led Organizations and Advocacy in the Indian Women’s Movement

Historical Background The women's movement in India has a complex history, emerging prominently in the late 19th and...

 December 12, 2025

Status of Women in India – Gender-Based Violence

Definition of Gender-Based Violence Gender-based violence (GBV) refers to harmful acts directed at individuals based on their gender....

 December 12, 2025

Support for Vulnerable Groups Women

Legal Framework The legal framework for women's rights in India comprises constitutional provisions and legislative measures. Article 14...

 December 12, 2025

Feminisation of Poverty

Definition and Origin The term 'feminisation of poverty' was introduced by Diana Pearce in the late 1970s. It...

 December 12, 2025

Social Legislation under the British

In the early 19th century, British colonial policies aimed to address social evils in India. These policies were...

 April 5, 2025

Women’s Movement

The Women’s Movement in India is aspect of the broader feminist movement. It seeks to empower women and...

 March 13, 2025

Gender-Based Violence

Gender-based violence (GBV) refers to harmful acts directed at individuals based on their gender. It encompasses physical, sexual,...

 March 13, 2025

Women in the Mughal Empire

The Mughal Empire was marked by a rich cultural heritage and an intricate social hierarchy. Women’s roles were...

 December 24, 2024

Social Structure of the Delhi Sultanate

The Delhi Sultanate (1206-1526) was a period of political and cultural change in India. It influenced the social...

 December 23, 2024

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