PHILOSOPHICAL PERSPECTIVES ON FEMINISM AND WOMEN'S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION IN ASSAM: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

The present study conducts a critical analysis of the current situation of women's political engagement in Assam, India, emphasizing the necessity of feminist growth in the area. The paper emphasizes the obstacles women experience in gaining access to political power and the socio-cultural norms that prevent them from actively participating in decision-making processes through an analysis of literary works, statistical data, and historical viewpoints. The experiences of women in post-Assam Movement politics are examined through the lens of Rita Chowdhury's book "Ei Samay Sei Samay." In addition, the study explores legislative attempts like the Women's Reservation Bill of 2010, comparing the intended legislative outcome with the sharp reality of women's representation in Assamese politics. The study also looks at how gendered cognitive patterns are viewed by society and how it affects how capable women are seen to be in governance. Utilizing census data and election reports, the study illuminates the differences in education and work that women encounter, ultimately promoting women's empowerment through increased political engagement.