Gender, Sexuality and Constitutionalism in Asia

This book explores the equal citizenship claims of women and sexual and gender diverse people across Asian jurisdictions, comparing constitutional responses to sex, gender, and sexuality. It identifies opportunity structures and considers historical, political, and social factors to explain the varying progress of gender equality. The case studies showcase diverse constitutional structures, institutional designs, and contextual dynamics that advance or impede developments regarding sex, gender, and sexuality. The book contributes to understanding the constitutional domain as a valuable tool for advancing gender equality and the rights of sexual and gender diverse people in Asia and globally.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 28 December 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This comprehensive book delves into the equal citizenship claims of women and sexual and gender diverse individuals across various Asian jurisdictions. It offers a comparative analysis of the diverse constitutional responses to sex, gender, and sexuality within the region, highlighting the opportunities and challenges encountered in achieving gender equality. Leading comparative constitutional law scholars employ a range of variables to explain the varying trajectories of these jurisdictions, shedding light on the factors that shape their advancement or stagnation in this domain.

The authors not only examine the constitutional frameworks and legal developments but also contextualize them within historical, political, and social frameworks. This deep contextual understanding enhances the analysis, providing a richer understanding of the relationship between sex, gender, sexuality, and constitutionalism. The case studies presented in the book showcase a variety of constitutional structures, institutional designs, and contextual dynamics that influence developments related to sex, gender, and sexuality. By examining these diverse perspectives, the chapters contribute to a better understanding of the constitutional domain as a valuable platform for advancing gender equality and the rights of sexual and gender diverse individuals.

The book encompasses all Asian sub-regions, including East Asia (Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and South Korea), South East Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Indonesia), and South Asia (India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka). The introductory framework chapter situates these insights within the broader global context of the evolution of gender constitutionalism, providing a comparative perspective that highlights both commonalities and differences across the region.

Overall, this book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and activists seeking to understand the complexities of gender equality and the rights of sexual and gender diverse individuals in Asian jurisdictions. It offers insightful analysis, practical insights, and a roadmap for promoting inclusive and equitable societies in the region.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509941919