<p>Table of Contents:**<br><br>**

Chapter 1

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

Chapter 2

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

Chapter 3

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

Chapter 4

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

Chapter 5

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