Gender-sensitive policy planning is based on the understanding that women, men, girls, and boys have different needs, responsibilities, opportunities, and challenges. It aims to ensure that public policies promote equality, reduce discrimination, and provide equal access to resources and opportunities. Effective gender-sensitive planning requires information and guidance from various sources that help policymakers understand gender issues and design inclusive policies. The Constitution is one of the most important sources of gender-sensitive policy planning. Constitutional provisions guarantee equality before the law, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, and support equal opportunities for all citizens. In India, Articles 14, 15, 16, and 39 provide the legal foundation for gender equality. For example, policies promoting equal employment opportunities for women in government services are based on these constitutional principles. National laws and legal frameworks also play a significant role. Laws related to equal wages, maternity benefits, domestic violence, workplace harassment, child marriage, inheritance, and sexual offences guide policymakers in framing gender-sensitive programmes. The Maternity Benefit Act, the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act have influenced policies aimed at protecting women's rights and improving their participation in society. International conventions and agreements provide another important source. India is a signatory to several