Volume-X, Issue-IV, July 2024 |
MALE POLICE OFFICERS’ ATTITUDE TOWARDS THEIR FEMALE COUNTER PARTS AMONG BANGALORE CITY POLICE Dr. Bindya Yohannan, Family Counsellor, Parihar Vanitha Sahaya Vani, Bangalore, India Dr. Gayathri Ranjith, Assistant Professor, Anugraha Institute of Social Sciences, Dindigul, India |
Received: 22.07.2024 | Accepted: 28.07.2024 | Published Online: 31.07.2024 | Page No: 146-158 | ||||
DOI: 10.29032/ijhsss.vol.10.issue.04W.016 | |||||||
ABSTRACT | ||
The dynamics within police forces around the world are shaped by a complex interplay of professional responsibilities, societal expectations, and interpersonal relationships. In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on understanding and improving gender relations within these forces to foster a more inclusive and effective working environment. This study, titled "Male Police Officers’ Attitude Towards Their Female Counterparts Among Bangalore City Police," aims to delve into the perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors of male police officers towards their female colleagues within the Bangalore City Police Department. Bangalore, a bustling metropolis known for its progressive outlook and technological advancements, offers a unique setting for examining gender dynamics within law enforcement. Despite the city's modern facade, traditional gender roles and biases may still influence the workplace environment. This research seeks to uncover whether these biases persist among male police officers and how they impact the professional experiences of female officers. This study aims to investigate the attitudes of male police officers towards their female counterparts in the police force. The Attitudes Toward Women Scale (AWS) was developed by Janet T. Spence and Robert Helmreich in the early 1970s. It is a widely used psychological assessment tool designed to measure attitudes toward the roles and rights of women in society. The findings of this study aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of the current state of gender relations within the Bangalore City Police. The insights gained from this research will not only highlight areas needing improvement but also suggest strategies to promote a more equitable and supportive workplace for all officers, irrespective of gender. Keywords: Attitude, Male police officers, gender perceptions etc. |