Unpack the real-world impact of gender in international security governance. This essential volume critically examines the post-2000 agenda on Women, Peace, and Security, spearheaded by UNSC Resolution 1325. Delve into how gender mainstreaming plays out in conflict and post-conflict zones, revealing nuanced implications for women’s activism and effective peacebuilding. It challenges scholars and activists in India to reconsider the intricate links between gender, conflict, and visions of peace, offering vital insights into global security dynamics.