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40 Pages : 438-446

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).40      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).40      Published : Mar 2023

Understanding Women's Political Motivations in KP: Unveiling the Driving Forces

    This study examines the reasons why women get involved in politics, concentrating on the National Assembly and provincial assembly members of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region. The relevance of family connections, which facilitate women's entry into politics, is revealed via thematic analysis of interview data. Important motivators include persistence, character traits, inspirational leaders, alluring party platforms, and a need for accountability. Women can participate in politics if they are financially independent and have free time. The study expands on earlier research by illuminating the intricate interplay of institutional, cultural, and individual factors influencing women's political involvement. It places a focus on the necessity of addressing gender-related barriers and encouraging educational reforms to provide women with more leadership abilities. For societal change and democratic governance, political decision-making needs to be more gender diverse. The results provide useful information for political parties and authorities looking to create a welcoming environment for women in politics.

    Women in Politics, Political Participation, Motivation, Family Connections, Leadership, Gender Equality
    (1) Sumera Farid
    Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan
    (2) Raza Ullah Shah
    Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences, Qurtuba University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Sajjad Hussan
    Lecturer, Department of Social Work, University of Malakand, Chakdara Dir Lower, KP, Pakistan.

18 Pages : 219-227

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2026(XI-I).18      10.31703/gssr.2026(XI-I).18      Published : Mar 2026

Menstrual Leave and Reproductive Health Accommodations in Pakistan: Statutory Recognition in the Light of International Studies

    Menstruation which is most important matter but still is an unattended issue for most of the developed and under developed countries. There is no legislation In Pakistan, there is no provision on this is serious concern for taking step forward to enact any law at federal or even provincial level to recognize this basic and fundamental right of working women. This entitlement of women may be recognized as a ground for leave or accommodation. It is the need of the time that Pakistan should take steps for legislation to acknowledge this fundamental right of working women in Pakistan on International pattern. This research also highlight that such measurement of Government will be encouraged at international level and is practically achievable. 

    Menstrual Leave, Reproductive Health, Labour Law, Pakistan, CEDAW, Gender Equality, Workplace Accommodation, Dysmenorrhoea, Eighteenth Amendment
    (1) Abida Hassan
    Assistant Professor (Law), Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Law School, Government College University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.