Feminism and International Development Women in many parts of the world face significant challenges in achieving fundamental human rights and capabilities. They are less well-nourished, less healthy, more vulnerable to violence, and have limited access to education and employment opportunities. Women often encounter discrimination in the workplace, including sexual harassment and lack of legal recourse. They also face barriers in political participation and have fewer property rights and freedoms compared to men. Women are often burdened with the dual responsibilities of work and household duties, limiting their opportunities for personal development and well-being. These challenges are exacerbated by gender inequality, which is closely linked to poverty. In developing countries, women are disproportionately affected by illiteracy, low wages, and high rates of domestic violence and sexual harassment. The sex ratio in many countries is skewed, with a significant number of missing women, often due to gender-based discrimination and violence. Women's lives are often shaped by societal norms that treat them as tools rather than as individuals with inherent value. This is evident in the treatment of women in marriage, where they may be viewed as assets to their families rather than as equals. The capabilities approach, as proposed by Amartya Sen and Amartya Sen, emphasizes the importance of recognizing women's capabilities and ensuring they are treated as ends in themselves. This approach advocates for a universalist perspective that respects the dignity of all individuals, while also acknowledging the importance of local contexts and cultural differences. The capabilities approach is used to assess the quality of life and to inform policies that promote human development and equality. It is also used to compare the living conditions of different countries and to inform the development of constitutional principles that respect human dignity. The approach is based on the idea that individuals should be treated as ends in themselves, not as means to an end. This is particularly important for women, who have often been treated as tools rather than as individuals with inherent value. The capabilities approach is also used to address specific issues such as education, property rights, and the right to seek employment outside the home. It is important to recognize the unique challenges faced by women in developing countries, including poverty, discrimination, and lack of access to resources. The capabilities approach is a philosophical framework that seeks to address these issues by promoting the development of human capabilities and ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to live a fulfilling life. It is also used to inform policies and practices that promote gender equality and human rights. The approach is based on the idea that individuals should be treated as ends in themselves, not as means to an end. This is particularly important for women, who have often been treated as tools rather than as individuals with inherent value. The capabilities approach is also used to address specific issues such as education, property rights, and the right to seek employment outside the home. It is important to recognize the unique challenges faced by women in developing countries, including poverty, discrimination, and lack of access to resources. The capabilities approach is a philosophical framework that seeksFeminism and International Development Women in many parts of the world face significant challenges in achieving fundamental human rights and capabilities. They are less well-nourished, less healthy, more vulnerable to violence, and have limited access to education and employment opportunities. Women often encounter discrimination in the workplace, including sexual harassment and lack of legal recourse. They also face barriers in political participation and have fewer property rights and freedoms compared to men. Women are often burdened with the dual responsibilities of work and household duties, limiting their opportunities for personal development and well-being. These challenges are exacerbated by gender inequality, which is closely linked to poverty. In developing countries, women are disproportionately affected by illiteracy, low wages, and high rates of domestic violence and sexual harassment. The sex ratio in many countries is skewed, with a significant number of missing women, often due to gender-based discrimination and violence. Women's lives are often shaped by societal norms that treat them as tools rather than as individuals with inherent value. This is evident in the treatment of women in marriage, where they may be viewed as assets to their families rather than as equals. The capabilities approach, as proposed by Amartya Sen and Amartya Sen, emphasizes the importance of recognizing women's capabilities and ensuring they are treated as ends in themselves. This approach advocates for a universalist perspective that respects the dignity of all individuals, while also acknowledging the importance of local contexts and cultural differences. The capabilities approach is used to assess the quality of life and to inform policies that promote human development and equality. It is also used to compare the living conditions of different countries and to inform the development of constitutional principles that respect human dignity. The approach is based on the idea that individuals should be treated as ends in themselves, not as means to an end. This is particularly important for women, who have often been treated as tools rather than as individuals with inherent value. The capabilities approach is also used to address specific issues such as education, property rights, and the right to seek employment outside the home. It is important to recognize the unique challenges faced by women in developing countries, including poverty, discrimination, and lack of access to resources. The capabilities approach is a philosophical framework that seeks to address these issues by promoting the development of human capabilities and ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to live a fulfilling life. It is also used to inform policies and practices that promote gender equality and human rights. The approach is based on the idea that individuals should be treated as ends in themselves, not as means to an end. This is particularly important for women, who have often been treated as tools rather than as individuals with inherent value. The capabilities approach is also used to address specific issues such as education, property rights, and the right to seek employment outside the home. It is important to recognize the unique challenges faced by women in developing countries, including poverty, discrimination, and lack of access to resources. The capabilities approach is a philosophical framework that seeks