Project Info
- Year of Completion : On-going
- User Department : National Commission for Women (NCW)
Description
The National Commission for Women (NCW) recognizes the imperative need to conduct a comprehensive study evaluating the impact of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments, which were instituted to bolster women's representation in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). This assessment is particularly timely as it coincides with the 31st anniversary of these amendments, providing a significant opportunity to gauge their efficacy in fostering women's political empowerment. The study seeks to address substantial knowledge gaps and offer a holistic comprehension of the roles and impact of women representatives in local governance.
CGG has participated in a competitive bidding and secured two projects for Southern Zone 2, which consists of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep and Central Zone comprising Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
The study is grounded in feminist and participatory theories, providing a robust conceptual framework to understand and evaluate the impact of the 73rd and 74th Amendments on women's representation in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). This framework emphasizes the importance of gender equality, empowerment, and inclusive decision-making processes, which are critical for assessing the effectiveness of these constitutional provisions.
The study involves survey of elected representatives at PRIs such as Sarpanch, Ward members, MPTC, Block Panchayat President, ZPTC, District Panchayat President and at ULBs such as Corporation Mayors, Municipal Chairpersons, Corporators, etc. The citizen perception and officials’ opinion both at PRIs and ULBs will also be gathered during this assessment. This one-year project will also be continued in the FY 2025-26.