Participating of Women in Rural Politics and Decision-Making in Rural

Authors/ Publisher: Shafinaj Mahmud

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Abstract

Women’s participation in politics and decision-making is a crucial factor in achieving gender equality and inclusive development at the grassroots level. In rural Bangladesh, where traditional and patriarchal norms often dominate, the involvement of women in political and decision-making processes has profound implications for social and economic progress. This is qualitative research and this research was conducted in the areas of two villages at Jamalpur district in Bangladesh. A comprehensive case study method was followed to collect data and the main objectives of the study are the participation of women in rural politics and decision-making in rural Bangladesh. Considering the main objectives there were some specific objectives for this research such as social-demographic and economic conditions and problems related to their participating politics and the existence of GOs and NGOs services. The study reveals that lack of support, religious culture, male domain, less education, and less effective communication are the main barriers to women participating in politics and decision-making in rural Bangladesh. Comprehensive ways of service and support, education, and income-generative programs are needed for women participating in politics and decision-making in rural Bangladesh.