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Gender and Development: Theory, Practice, and Policy Perspectives in the 21st Century"" is a comprehensive, research-informed textbook that bridges theory, policy, and practical action in the field of gender and development. Designed for students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, the book provides a thorough exploration of gender concepts, historical evolution, policy frameworks, and emerging global issues. The book integrates insights from sociology, economics, political science, anthropology, and feminist theory to analyse how gender relations shape and is shaped by social, economic, and political processes. Moving beyond traditional approaches that treated women as passive beneficiaries of development, this text emphasizes the role of women and marginalized groups as active agents of social transformation. This book is ideal for academic courses in gender studies, development studies, sociology, political science, and public policy. It also serves as a practical guide for development practitioners, NGOs, and policymakers committed to achieving gender equity and sustainable development.

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