Women's Participation in Bangladesh Politics edit

Women's participation in political decision-making is critical for both achieving gender equity and promoting development[1]. However, Bangladeshi women face a double marginalization: they hold a subordinate position in all aspects of life, and even within the political sphere, their influence is minimal[2]. Understanding this marginalization requires examining the extent of women's and men's participation across various institutions. Traditional societal divisions between public and private spheres significantly restrict women's involvement in political processes[3]. Consequently, few Bangladeshi women hold leadership positions in central and local governments, or even within administrative structures. This lack of access to decision-making positions translates to minimal impact on policy development, management, and implementation [4]. Increasing women's role in decision-making is therefore crucial for their empowerment and for achieving broader societal progress[1].

Overview of Women's Participation in Politics edit

  1. ^ a b Islam, M.(2006),’Women in Politics in Bangladesh’, in Khan, S.(ed) PFA and NAP Implementation in Bangladesh: Role of NGO, Dhaka: NCBP, pp. 201 -212
  2. ^ Qadir, R.S. (1994). Participation of Women at the Local Level Politics Problems and Prospects. In: N. Chowdhury, Begum, A., Hamida, I., Mahmuda., & Mahtab, N. (Ed.), Women and Politics (pp.1-14). Dhaka: Women for women
  3. ^ Nussbaum, M. et al., eds (2003). Essays on Gender and Governance. New Delhi: Human Development Resource Centre, UNDP.
  4. ^ Mahtab, N. (2007). Women in Bangladesh from Inequality to Empowerment. Dhaka: AH Development Publishing House.