Women's development and empowerment have become central objectives of public policy in India. The Constitution guarantees equality before the law, prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, and provides equal opportunities for women in education, employment, and public life. Policies for women's development aim to eliminate gender discrimination, enhance access to resources, improve health and education, ensure economic independence, strengthen legal protection, and promote participation in decision-making. In the field of Women and Child Development, these policies focus on achieving gender justice, social inclusion, and sustainable development. The National Policy for the Empowerment of Women, 2001, was a landmark initiative that sought to advance women's status in all spheres of life. It emphasized equal access to education, healthcare, employment, political participation, and legal rights. The policy encouraged the elimination of violence against women, promotion of gender-sensitive development, and integration of women into the mainstream of national development. It also recognized women's contribution to economic growth and called for measures to strengthen their participation in governance and leadership. The Ministry of Women and Child