Role of Convention: Balancing Women’s Rights with Social Justice

Abstract

International Conventions are very crucial as they help in integrating women’s rights with broader canvas of justice. The legal framework for ensuring women's rights while maintaining social justice is multifaceted and constantly changing by incorporating treaties, conventions, and international regulations. The United Nations (UN) has significantly impacted the legal framework regarding women's rights, particularly through the Convention on Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). This declaration requires State Parties to ensure fair education, employment, and healthcare access, eliminate gender-based violence, and combat gender stereotypes. The UN has also implemented other treaties and declarations to protect women's rights, including the Declaration on the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the Beijing Declaration and Action Platform, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Although the legal framework for protecting women's rights has improved globally in recent decades, women still face discrimination and violence in many parts of the world. Regional human rights frameworks, such as the Istanbul Convention of the Council of Europe, also safeguard women's rights. To protect women's human rights, raising awareness and providing legal aid is essential. However, the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 must be more effective in preventing human rights violations as it lacks authority and power. Despite being in the 21st century, sexual harassment remains prevalent. The government's inaction in addressing these issues has resulted in human rights violations. The researcher by virtue of this study examines the role of the various International Agreements in balancing women’s rights with the issue of social justice. The researcher tries to contribute to the ongoing discussion of maintaining a balance between the empowerment of women and social justice. The research emphasizes raising awareness and acting against wrongful acts, protecting women's rights, preventing rape, and ensuring food rights. It is essential to understand these issues to gain a better understanding of women's lives.