Nivedita Menon is an Indian political scientist and feminist scholar known for her work in gender studies and political theory. She is a professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi, where she focuses on issues related to feminism, nationalism, and the politics of identity. Menon has authored several influential books and articles, contributing to discussions on women's rights and social justice in India. Her notable works include Seeing Like a Feminist and The Women's Movement in India, which explore the complexities of gender and power dynamics in contemporary society.