Table of Contents:

Chapter 1

: Introduction
  1.1 Background and Context
  1.2 Statement of the Problem
  1.3 Objectives of the Study
  1.4 Scope and Limitations
  1.5 Significance of the Study
  1.6 Definition of Key Terms
  1.7 Organization of the Study

Chapter 2

: Historical Perspectives on Women in Politics
  2.1 Early Women's Suffrage Movements
  2.2 Milestones in Women's Political Participation
  2.3 Challenges and Obstacles Faced by Women in Politics
  2.4 Evolution of Gender Policies and Legislation
  2.5 Case Studies: Women's Political Empowerment Movements

Chapter 3

: Representation of Women in Political Institutions
  3.1 Trends in Women's Representation in Parliaments and Congresses
  3.2 Factors Affecting Women's Electoral Success
  3.3 Intersectionality and Diversity in Women's Political Representation
  3.4 Quotas and Affirmative Action Policies
  3.5 Case Studies: Successful Models of Women's Political Representation

Chapter 4

: Leadership Roles and Challenges for Women in Politics
  4.1 Glass Ceiling Phenomenon in Political Leadership
  4.2 Stereotypes and Gender Bias in Political Leadership
  4.3 Balancing Work and Family Responsibilities
  4.4 Strategies for Overcoming Barriers to Women's Leadership
  4.5 Case Studies: Trailblazing Women Political Leaders

Chapter 5

: Impact of Women in Politics on Policy-Making
  5.1 Gendered Policy Priorities and Agendas
  5.2 Influence of Women's Caucus and Advocacy Groups
  5.3 Women's Participation in Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
  5.4 Empirical Evidence of Women's Impact on Legislative Outcomes
  5.5 Case Studies: Policy Initiatives Driven by Women Leaders