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This paper uncovers barriers to equality in legal systems that
restrict human rights along gender lines – patent and latent; and proposes
possible ways to redress legal discrimination for accelerating human
development. It explores three strategic avenues for simultaneous action.
One, fixing institutions – laws, legal practices and modes of access; two,
changing attitudes of those who create, uphold, and use laws; and three,
establishing ongoing assessments to reveal inequalities and monitor progress.
The focus of evidence is from countries of Asia-Pacific. However, given
widespread gender-linked gaps in justice systems, and similarities of legal challenges
posed, the paper is expected to be relevant also for other similarly placed
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