Table of Contents:**

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Chapter 1

: Introduction**
1.1 Background and Context
1.2 Problem Statement
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.4 Scope and Limitations
1.5 Research Methodology
1.6 Organization of the Thesis

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Chapter 2

: Historical Perspectives on Women in Politics**
2.1 Women's Suffrage Movements
2.2 Milestones in Women's Political Participation
2.3 Gender Gaps in Political Representation
2.4 Barriers to Women's Political Leadership
2.5 Women in Political Leadership Roles
2.6 Feminist Political Theory
2.7 Conclusion and Summary

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Chapter 3

: Gendered Political Participation**
3.1 Voting Behavior and Political Engagement
3.2 Women's Participation in Political Parties
3.3 Electoral Systems and Gender Parity Measures
3.4 Quotas and Affirmative Action Policies
3.5 Intersectionality and Multiple Marginalizations
3.6 Challenges for Minority Women in Politics
3.7 Conclusion and Summary

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Chapter 4

: Impact of Women's Political Leadership**
4.1 Policy Priorities and Agenda Setting
4.2 Representation of Women's Interests
4.3 Gender-Responsive Governance
4.4 Women's Rights Legislation and Advocacy
4.5 Economic Empowerment Policies
4.6 Peace and Security Initiatives
4.7 Conclusion and Summary

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Chapter 5

: Promoting Gender Equality in Politics**
5.1 Strategies for Increasing Women's Political Participation
5.2 Leadership Development Programs
5.3 Mentorship and Networking Opportunities
5.4 Media Representation and Gender Stereotypes
5.5 Institutional Reforms for Gender Mainstreaming
5.6 Civil Society Advocacy and Mobilization
5.7 Conclusion and Summary