Abstract:
This study investigates the impact of gender on political activities in the Republic of Sri Lanka.
It aims to determine the extent to which gender influences political participation,
representation, and the nature of political policy-making processes. Utilizing a mixed-methods
approach based on quantitative and qualitative data, data on electoral participation and
representation at various levels have been analysed, and conclusions have been drawn from
politicians, activists, and citizens. Primary data for this were collected through questionnaires,
interviews, and discussions, while secondary data were obtained from previous election result
reports, newspapers, and magazines. This study highlights the challenges and opportunities
faced by different genders in political participation within the Sri Lankan landscape, and the
findings of the study can contribute to an understanding of how the political sphere can be
shaped in the future.
