Modi’s New Cabinet Sees Dip in Female Representation

Modi’s New Cabinet Sees Dip in Female Representation

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s newly sworn-in Cabinet saw a decrease in female representation, with only seven women appointed as ministers compared to ten in the previous term.

Key Women Ministers:

1. Nirmala Sitharaman: Finance Minister
2. Smriti Irani: Women and Child Development Minister
3. Harsimrat Kaur Badal: Food Processing Industries Minister
4. Smriti Zubin Irani: Minority Affairs Minister
5. Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti: Minister of State for Rural Development
6. Anne Ranjit Kaur: Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs
7. Darshana Jardosh: Minister of State for Railways

The reduction in female ministers has raised concerns among women’s rights groups. However, the government has asserted that it remains committed to empowering women.

Reasons for the Decline:

Some speculated that the decrease may be due to a focus on experience and seniority in the new Cabinet.
Others suggested that it could be a reflection of the ongoing challenges in increasing female participation in politics.

Significance:

The representation of women in government is crucial for ensuring their voices are heard and their interests are addressed. The decrease in female ministers in the Modi government highlights the need for continued efforts to promote gender equality in decision-making roles.