Description
This paper argues that misogyny should be understood not only as gender prejudice or social inequality, but also as a form of political radicalisation shaped through ideological narratives, digital ecosystems, and processes of social reinforcement. While existing scholarship frequently examines misogyny through sociological, criminological, or feminist frameworks, less attention has been given to its political dimensions and radicalising potential.
Drawing on political sociology, propaganda theory, and digital politics, this research explores how misogynistic narratives are produced, normalised, and amplified across online and offline spaces. It examines the role of digital platforms, influencer cultures, and transnational online communities in shaping misogynistic identities among young males, while considering how these narratives intersect with patriarchal systems and honour-based norms.
Using a comparative focus on the United Kingdom and Pakistan, the paper proposes a conceptual framework for understanding misogyny as an ideological process that mobilises ideological consent, reinforces gendered hierarchies, and, in extreme cases, legitimises violence ranging from online abuse to honour-based violence and femicide. In doing so, it seeks to reposition misogyny within debates on political extremism, radicalisation, and contemporary forms of gendered violence.