Jyoti Nivas – Webinar on 03/12/2025
The PG & Research Department of History,
in collaboration with Jyoti Nivas
College Autonomous, Bengaluru, organized a webinar in observance of Constitution Day on December 3, 2025. The topic of the
webinar was “Women Empowerment: A
Legal Perspective.”The Resource person was V.S Balamurugan Sub-Judge
SecretaryDistrict Legal services Authority,Nilgiris.He explained women’s rights from a legal
perspective, focusing on constitutional guarantees of equality, statutory
protections against discrimination, and international commitments. In India,
the Constitution, personal laws, and judicial reforms collectively aim to
empower women, though challenges remain in enforcement and societal
acceptance.Key points highlighted included And also he explained about Equality before law – Guarantees equal protection of laws for men
and women. Prohibition of
discrimination – Bars discrimination on grounds of sex, religion, caste,
etc.Positive discrimination –
Allows the State to make special provisions for women and children.Right to equal opportunity – Ensures
equality in public employment.Criminalization
of dowry demands – Provides civil remedies and protection orders. A
total of 114 participants from
various colleges attended the webinar. An interactive session was also held,
allowing students to clarify their doubts. The participants expressed that they
were greatly benefited by the program.
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