One of the important aspects of commons is the different ways in which groups of people interact with resources and with each other. The gendered differences in such relationships need a special focus, because, even taking into account variation in social context, gender is a fundamental and pervasive element. These differences may be perceived in terms of the extent of claims, entitlements and the power to influence decisions. These also influence the nature and criticality of dependence on commons. Gendered dynamics also mediate a society’s ‘understanding’ of commons and processes of commoning.