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Women in Legal Governance: A Comparative Analysis of Female Participation and Advancement in the Legal Profession in Japan and India

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  • Richa Sharma
  • Kota Fukui

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The social advancement of women in the legal field is a critical indicator of societal modernisation. Despite the progress made globally in the pursuit of gender equality, there are still substantial disparities, particularly in Asian countries such as India and Japan. In this article, the participation and advancement of female legal professionals in these two nations are analysed, with a particular emphasis on the persistent gender disparity and the influence of cultural and institutional barriers on their professional development. The study employs a comparative analysis using data from the White Paper on Lawyers published by the Japan Federation of Bar Associations, alongside statistical data from Indian state bar councils. Findings indicate a significant disparity in the level of female counsel participation between Japan and India. The proportion of female lawyers in India was less than 11% of the total legal professionals in 2010, a figure that increased marginally to 15% by 2020. The study reveals that in order to address the gender disparity in the legal profession, it is imperative that both Japan and India take proactive measures. This study contributes to the limited corpus of comparative research on female legal professionals in Asian countries. The study provides a nuanced comprehension of the socio-legal dynamics that influence women’s advancement in the legal profession by contrasting the legal landscapes of Japan and India. It urges a joint endeavour to achieve gender equality, underscoring the importance of data-driven policies in the development of an inclusive legal environment.

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  • Richa Sharma & Kota Fukui, 2024. "Women in Legal Governance: A Comparative Analysis of Female Participation and Advancement in the Legal Profession in Japan and India," Indian Journal of Corporate Governance, , vol. 17(2), pages 234-254, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:ijcgvn:v:17:y:2024:i:2:p:234-254
    DOI: 10.1177/09746862241283859
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