LEGISLATIVE AND JUDICIAL PERSPECTIVE OF WOMEN EMPOWERMENT

Abstract The development of any nation solely depends on the social status of women. Women constitute almost one half of the globe's population. Women have been victims of exploitations by male dominated society. Women need to be empowered and men need to be oriented about their obligations towards women. Both on national as well as international platform there are numerous laws aimed at empowerment of women in the areas of personal, labour, service and criminal and social economic matters. The Fundamental Law of the land namely Constitution of India guarantees equality for women. In spite of all these developments, the truth remains that widespread violations of women's rights continue to persist. Though plethora of legislations exists, due to ineffective enforcement, women are exploited by the male dominated society. All law is not justice; nor is all justice law alone. At times there could be more justice without law and likewise there could be times when strict adherence to, or mindless application of laws, could lead to injustice. The present research paper critically analysis the role of the legislature and judiciary in empowerment of women.