Women have been subjected by the society to inequality, injustice and oppression through the ages. In recent times women have absolutely been firm and determined to uproot these evils from the society. The role being played by NGOs in the upliftment of women is discussed in detail. A special chapter is devoted to the National Commission for Women for its structure, objectives, and task at hand. The burning issues include gender bias, human rights, participation in development processes, portrayal in the media and trafficking. This book provides a complete coverage of women's problems. A prized collection for all students, researchers and scholars of social sciences, social activists, voluntary organizations and general readers who are interested in having a clear idea about women's problems and their solutions. About The Author:- Dr. V. Mohini Giri is Nationally and Internationally recognized as catalyst of the modern women's movement. She has dedicated 40 years of there life to the empowerment of women and children and is considered one of the pioneers of the national women's movement. Dr. Giri is the founder of National Organisations like Guild of Service, War Widows Association, Women's Initiative for Peace in South and is a strong advocate for women's political empowerment. Dr. Giri has received several honorary doctorates of humane letters and is a visiting Professor of Ford Foundation at the Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow University. She has received several awards and has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize Award 2005. She has lectured at National and International Universities such as M.I.T. Boston, San Diego University, St. Mary's College Indiana, New England University etc. Dr. V. Mohini Giri is the daughter-in law of former President of India Late Shri V. V. Giri. She has two children and two grandchildren and she lives in New Delhi. Contents:- Contents, Prefaace 9, 1. India on the Eve of Independence 13, Caste Colonization The British East India,