Corporate Governance - Women Directors Part of Boards

Abstract

Women constitute 48.17% of the population of India; yet their presence on the boards of companies has not been substantial. This paper attempts to define the pathways available to women on Indian boards. The essence of Corporate Governance practices in the new Millennium is construed to mean something beyond the formal demonstrations and exhibitions of accountability and trust. The appropriateness of corporate governance can be felt only by giving regard to the assessment of competencies and behavioral skills of the Board of Directors. The companies with the goal of composing boards with integrity and expertise are dipping into new pools of candidates including women. Yet some of the large companies still have no women directors. The further details of this topic are outlined and examined in this research paper.