Question

Before 1960, it was rare for women to become heads of state. What is the most likely reason that it became more common after 1960?

Britain was always a leader in modeling positive changes in the world.

After 1960, the world saw more democracies being established.

The influence of men in government was at an all-time low.

Progress in gender equality was finally taking root in many parts of the world.

Answer 1

D. Progress in gender equality was finally taking root in many parts of the world.

Answer 2

The most likely reason for women to become heads of state is the general progress in gender equality, which slowly introduced women to position of moderate power (parliament), which prepared ground for their position as a head of state.