Gender analysis is a systematic approach used to examine the differences between women, men, and other gender groups in terms of their roles, responsibilities, access to resources, decision-making power, opportunities, and experiences within social, economic, political, and cultural contexts. It helps in understanding how gender relations influence people’s lives and how inequalities are created and maintained. Gender analysis is an important tool in development studies because it ensures that policies, programmes, and projects address the specific needs and concerns of different gender groups rather than assuming that all people experience situations in the same way. Gender analysis is based on the understanding that gender is socially constructed and varies across societies and historical periods. It focuses not only on biological differences but also on social expectations, norms, values, and power relations that shape the identities and opportunities of