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CISF and paramilitary forces may consider hiring women as constables, the Centre said to the Delhi High Court.

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Title: Promoting Gender Equality: Centre Considers Hiring Women as Constables in CISF and Paramilitary Forces

Introduction

In a move towards gender inclusivity and diversity, the Centre recently expressed its willingness to consider hiring women as constables in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and other paramilitary forces. This significant development, shared with the Delhi High Court, reflects a progressive shift in recruitment policies and a commitment to breaking gender barriers within India’s security apparatus. In this blog post, we will explore the implications of this decision, its potential benefits, and the importance of promoting gender equality within law enforcement agencies.

Breaking Gender Barriers in Security Forces

Traditionally, law enforcement and paramilitary forces have been male-dominated sectors, with limited opportunities for women to join frontline roles. However, recognizing the importance of gender diversity and inclusivity in these organizations, the Centre’s decision to consider hiring women as constables is a significant step towards breaking gender barriers.

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Benefits of Recruiting Women in Security Forces

  1. Enhanced Effectiveness: By diversifying the workforce and integrating women into constable roles, security forces can benefit from a wider range of skills, perspectives, and problem-solving approaches. This can contribute to enhanced operational effectiveness and better community engagement.
  2. Gender-Sensitive Approaches: Women’s presence within security forces can help address unique security concerns and challenges faced by women in society. Female constables can provide support, guidance, and sensitivity when dealing with women in distress, ensuring a more empathetic and gender-sensitive approach to law enforcement.
  3. Positive Role Models: Female constables can serve as inspirational figures and positive role models for young girls, encouraging them to consider careers in law enforcement and breaking societal stereotypes associated with gendered roles.

Promoting Gender Equality and Empowerment

The Centre’s willingness to consider hiring women as constables sends a strong message about the importance of gender equality and women’s empowerment within the security sector. It not only creates opportunities for women to pursue fulfilling careers in law enforcement but also challenges prevailing gender norms and stereotypes.

Additionally, this decision aligns with India’s commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 5 – Gender Equality. By actively promoting gender equality in recruitment processes, the government is contributing to the broader goal of achieving gender parity across all sectors of society.

Ensuring a Supportive Environment

To successfully integrate women into constable roles within CISF and paramilitary forces, it is crucial to create a supportive environment that addresses potential challenges and provides necessary infrastructure and facilities. This includes ensuring gender-sensitive accommodations, appropriate training modules, mentorship programs, and strict mechanisms to prevent any form of discrimination or harassment.

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Conclusion

The Centre’s indication of considering the recruitment of women as constables in CISF and paramilitary forces is a positive step towards promoting gender equality and inclusivity within India’s security apparatus. By breaking gender barriers and recognizing the potential contributions of women in law enforcement, the government is fostering a more diverse and effective security force. This decision not only provides equal opportunities for women but also sends a powerful message of progress and inclusivity to society as a whole. It is essential that the implementation of this decision is accompanied by the creation of a supportive and empowering environment to ensure the success and well-being of female constables.

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Congress leader: “Kangana Ranaut once said she likes beef.” BJP retaliates

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April 6, 2024

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A significant controversy ensued following Congress leader Supriya Shrinate’s controversial social media post about actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has criticized Maharashtra Opposition and Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar for claiming actor Kangana Ranaut’s post on Twitter about her beef preferences and the BJP’s decision to grant her a Lok Sabha election ticket.

Shaina NC, a BJP leader in Maharashtra, criticised Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar’s comments and other ludicrous remarks made by Congress leaders. She stated that Wadettiwar’s actions, including granting Kangana Ranaut a ticket due to her beef consumption, are not the first time Congress has made such ludicrous remarks.

Shaina criticizes Congress social media in-charge Supriya Shrinate’s post against Ranaut, claiming that Shrinate’s comments and Randeep Surjewala’s discussion about Hema Malini’s attributes are anti-women, despite her age.

Shaina pledged that all women would participate in the voting process, and the results on June 4 would provide a “fitting answer to Congress.”

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The Prime Minister of India has ensured respect for women in various political parties, including Triple Talaq and Nari Shakti Vandan. If the Congress party lacks thought processes, the answer will be on June 4 when Indian women vote against the anti-woman Congress party.

Supriya Shrinate’s post that sparked controversy

Congress leader Supriya Shrinate’s controversial social media post about actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut, who received a BJP ticket from the Mandi constituency in Himachal Pradesh for the upcoming Lok Sabha election, sparked a massive controversy.

Kangana, in response to Shrinate’s post, emphasized that every woman deserves respect and dignity. She shared her 20-year career as an artist, which includes portraying various women, from naive girls in Queen to seductive spy in Dhaakad, goddesses in Manikarnika, demons in Chandramukhi, prostitutes in Rajjo, and revolutionary leaders in Thalaivii.

The Congress leader later revealed that someone with access to her social media accounts had posted objectionable content.

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PM Modi mocks Congress’s Lok Sabha election platform with the “imprint of Muslim League.”

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The Congress’s manifesto promised legal guarantees to MSP, a national minimum wage of ₹400 per day, and a nationwide caste census.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress for its Lok Sabha election manifesto, claiming it was influenced by the Muslim League.

Modi criticized Congress’s manifesto, which he said reflected the same mindset as the Muslim League’s during the freedom movement, at a public meeting in Uttar Pradesh’s Saharanpur, where voters will vote in the first phase of Lok Sabha elections on April 19.

The Congress manifesto is largely influenced by the Muslim League, with any remaining parts being dominated by leftists.

The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, stated that the BJP government is committed to implementing government schemes that cater to all sections, castes, and communities.

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Modi’s attack comes after the Congress released its general election manifesto, emphasizing the ‘five pillars of justice’, including ‘Yuva Nyay’, ‘Naari Nyay’, ‘Kisaan Nyay’, ‘Shramik Nyay’, and ‘Hissedari Nyay’.

The Congress has pledged legal guarantees for the minimum support price, a national minimum wage of ₹400 per day, personal law reform, and a nationwide caste census.

Congress has announced that the MSP payable to farmer-sellers at procurement centers and APMCs will be directly credited to the farmer’s bank account digitally.

The grand old party announced that Congress will create and execute a robust import-export policy for agricultural commodities, prioritizing the protection of farmers’ interests and concerns.

The Lok Sabha elections will commence on April 19, with subsequent phases scheduled for April 26, May 7, 13, 20, 25, and June 1, with the vote counting scheduled for June 4.

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Cong selects ex-navyman Viriato Fernandes and former Union minister Khalap for Goa seats.

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Fernandes, a former navy captain from Kargil war, believes his candidacy represents the voice of every Goan and intends to bring it to Parliament.

The Congress party has announced its list of six candidates for both North and South Goa parliamentary seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, announced by AICC general secretary K C Venugopal.

Congress has selected former Union minister Ramakant Khalap for the North Goa seat and former Navyman Viriato Fernandes for the South Goa seat.

Fernandes, a former navy captain from Kargil war, believes his candidacy represents the voice of every Goan and intends to bring it to Parliament.

Fernandes stated that the ticket is for all Goans and activists who have been protesting against the injustices of the BJP government, including issues like unemployment, inflation, industrialization of Goa’s coast through coal handling projects, and railway double tracking.

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The ruling party is threatening democracy by controlling independent institutions and using them to harass opposition figures, including former Jharkhand and Delhi chief ministers Hemant Soren and Arvind Kejriwal, in an unprecedented attack on democracy.

Fernandes, who previously lost to BJP’s Mauvin Godinho in the 2022 Goa legislative assembly polls, will face Pallavi Dempo, the first woman MP candidate named by the BJP, in the upcoming election.

Khalap represented the north Goa seat from 1996 to 1998, winning it for the Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party.

Khalap, a seven-time MLA, is set to challenge BJP MP Shripad Naik for the North Goa seat, aiming to retain it for a sixth consecutive term.

The party has announced candidates for three seats in Madhya Pradesh and one for the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

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Goa’s Lok Sabha seats will be voted for during the third phase of voting on May 7, with the counting of votes scheduled for June 4.

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