Land reforms refer to a set of measures undertaken by the government to redistribute land, regulate ownership, improve tenancy conditions, and ensure equitable access to land resources. They aim to eliminate exploitative agrarian structures, reduce inequalities in land ownership, and enhance agricultural productivity. In the context of women and development, land reforms are particularly significant because access to land is closely linked with economic security, social status, decision-making power, and overall empowerment. Land ownership not only provides livelihood opportunities but also enhances women's bargaining power within households and communities. Historically, the Indian agrarian system was characterized by unequal land distribution under the Zamindari, Ryotwari, and Mahalwari systems introduced during the colonial period. Large landowners controlled vast areas, while tenants, sharecroppers, agricultural labourers, and women remained deprived of ownership rights. After independence, the government initiated land reforms to address these inequalities and promote