Outline:

Introduction
Struggle for rights and enlightenment
What is feminism?
Evolution of feminist movement
II. Progressive Development of Feminism
First wave of feminism and suffrage rights
Second wave of feminism and Reproductive rights
Third wave of feminism and equal employment opportunity
‘Me too’ movement: A new impetus to feminism
III. Feminism in the international arena
Inequality in education
Domestic violence and marital rape
Patriarchy and system of male guardianship
Unequal political representation
Apartheid in academia
Pay gaps and glass ceiling effect
IV. Feminism and challenges posed by Pakistan’s culture
Tribal justice system
Honor killings and ‘Karo Kari’
Acid attacks and culture of impunity
V. Positive developments pertaining to feminism
Rise of service sector and equal opportunities for women
Role of technology in protecting women against harassment
Rise of social media and quick dispensation of justice
Conclusion