57th CPD session highlights India's Panchayati Raj system's progress in promoting women's leadership with 50% female representation in 21 states.

At the 57th session of the Commission on Population Development (CPD57), India's Panchayati Raj system was highlighted for its progress in promoting women's leadership. The Panchayati Raj system, a form of decentralized rural governance in India, mandates at least one-third of all elected roles to be reserved for women, resulting in over 1.4 million women representing 50% in 21 states. The system's local planning process is aligned with the localization of sustainable development goals, focusing on empowering women and driving positive change at the grassroots level.

May 03, 2024
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