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VOL. 10, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Intersectionality and policy design: Reimagining social empowerment in contemporary India
Authors
Dr. Chaganti Rami Reddy
Abstract
This study examines the role of
intersectionality in reshaping policy design and advancing social empowerment
in contemporary India. It argues that persistent inequalities rooted in caste,
gender, class, religion, and regional disparities are not isolated phenomena
but interconnected structures that produce layered forms of exclusion. Drawing
on a qualitative and literature-driven research approach, the study synthesizes
recent scholarly and policy debates to analyze how development interventions,
welfare schemes, digital governance, and economic reforms engage with—or
overlook—intersectional vulnerabilities. The findings indicate that
conventional single-axis policy frameworks are inadequate to address the
complexity of social stratification. While economic growth and technological
transformation have expanded opportunities, marginalized groups continue to
face structural and institutional barriers in accessing state resources and
development benefits. The study highlights the importance of participatory
governance, disaggregated data systems, and context-sensitive implementation
strategies in promoting substantive equality. It concludes that integrating
intersectionality into policy formulation and evaluation can strengthen
institutional accountability, improve inclusivity, and foster transformative
empowerment. By reimagining social empowerment through an intersectional lens,
the research contributes to broader debates on equitable development and
inclusive governance in India.
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Pages:76-81
How to cite this article:
Dr. Chaganti Rami Reddy "Intersectionality and policy design: Reimagining social empowerment in contemporary India". International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 76-81
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