ABSTRACT
Post-independence, the government committed to recognize and integrate women into the national development agenda through various policies and laws dealing with society, economy, and politics. Many legislations were amended to improve and protect the well-being of women and to accord them equal opportunity, capacity, and development. Most studies on women in politics in Malaysia have focused on problems hindering women’s active participation in politics. The Budget Committee was selected because of its association with male interests, while the Public Accounts Committee was selected as it represents a permanent committee that is set up every time a new parliament convenes. A Standing Order of the Dewan Rakyat provides for the establishment of five Select Committees at the beginning of every parliament. The women’s caucus is a loose coalition of women MPs from different political parties, both ruling and opposition parties and crossbench.
