Intersecting Inequalities: Women And Disability
- IJLLR Journal
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Ms. Gourav Thakur, IMS Unison University, Dehradun
ABSTRACT
Women living with disabilities in India face multi-dimensional exclusion and cumulative marginalization. They experience the most severe and disregarded forms of discrimination and widespread violence. Women with disabilities, even in the 21st century, continue to confront significant obstacles, particularly in India, despite efforts to assist and empower them in many areas of the world. They are still marginalized and overlooked due to patriarchal oppression and a lack of adequate facilities. The Rights of People with Disabilities Act, 2016, acknowledges the necessity to safeguard women with disabilities, but without appropriate enforcement, critical awareness, and sensitivity, the legal framework remains ineffective. Fundamental civil liberties like the right to live with dignity, protection from abuse and exploitation, the right to be heard, and the right to accessibility are consistently denied to women living with disabilities. Dismantling this cycle requires a holistic approach beyond legislative efforts. Promoting inclusive education and spaces, fostering empathy, are crucial for the empowerment of women with disabilities in India. True equity and an inclusive society emerge when we recognize suffering, validate experiences, and restore the rightful place with dignity.
Keywords: Women with Disabilities, marginalization, inclusion, dignity, empowerment
