Abstract
Since the beginning of democratic system of government, it is observed
that women’s presence in political decision making is not strong as
compare to men. However, equality in political participation is one of the
permanent concerns for the empowerment of women all over the world.
This study investigates and explores the challenges faced by women
politicians in the political arena. The study has been conducted in Quetta,
the capital city of province Balochistan. Qualitative research methodology
has been used to get an in depth insight of the phenomenon. The data has
been collected from 25 female members of different political parties
through un-structured interview guide using purposive sampling method.
The findings reveal that in Pakistani society various socio-cultural and
political impediments exists which includes patriarchal system, restricted
mobility, domestic responsibilities, which restrict women’s political
participation.
MahgulKhajjak , Shazia Safdar Ali. (2018) Socio-Cultural Challenges to Women’s Political Participation, Pakistan Studies, Volume 8, Issue 2.
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