Role of Women in Nation Development (Book of Conference Proceedings of NIT Jamshedpur 2020) ISBN- 978-81-948050-4-5

Authors: Sheba Rivy Simon, Bongurala Gangadhara

Abstract: India has an abysmal track record in the Gender Gap Index. Although some fields can boast higher women’s participation, the legal profession is still infamous for its skewed sex ratio. Albeit the Indian legal profession opened its doors to the female entrants way back in 1923, the profession is still not conducive for women's participation. In such circumstances, this paper examines the different challenges confronting women in the contemporary legal profession ranging from legal education, mentorship, work-life balance, employment opportunities, remuneration, promotions and various other aspects related to professional development. The paper also seeks to explore various prospects for bridging the gender divide that has been plaguing the profession for so long.

Keywords: Gender discrimination, Legal System, Mentorship, Patriarchy, Work-life balance.