Gender quota Law, Constitution and Democracy

Abstract

This paper reviews the current status of women's political participation with the most recent studies that demonstrate the power and strength of the prejudices that hinder equality. We analyze the doctrine of equality rights explaining why it is necessary to apply social compensation measures, and mechanisms to ensure true representation. Finally, we study the performance of affirmative action mechanisms and some of the most relevant criticism with the purpose of delimiting the possible scope of the egalitarian measures suitable in Chile.