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This research paper provides a comparative analysis of gender quotas in India and Pakistan, focusing on their historical evolution, legislative measures, implementation challenges, and effectiveness in promoting women's political representation. Gender quotas are a critical policy tool aimed at addressing the underrepresentation of women in politics and fostering gender-inclusive governance. Drawing on a range of sources, including legislative documents, scholarly articles, and empirical studies, this paper examines the similarities and differences in the implementation and impact of gender quotas in India and Pakistan. Despite facing persistent challenges such as patriarchal attitudes, political resistance, and weak enforcement mechanisms, gender quotas have contributed to significant advancements in women's political representation in both countries. The findings of this study have important implications for policy and practice, highlighting the need for comprehensive legislative measures, socio-cultural interventions, and electoral reforms to enhance the effectiveness of gender quotas and promote gender equality in politics.

Gender quotas, women's political representation, India, Pakistan, comparative analysis, legislative measures.