Gendered Inequalities in Paid and Unpaid Work of Women in India

This book explores Indian women's economic contribution through paid and unpaid work in various sectors, highlighting gender implications and intersectional marginalities. It provides insights into the lives of working women in different areas and suggests evidence-based policy imperatives.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 277 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate tapestry of Indian women's economic contributions, encompassing both paid and unpaid work across diverse sectors and geographical locations. It sheds light on the gender implications of the interconnectedness between local, national, regional, and global dimensions of women's paid and unpaid work in India. Spanning a vast expanse of life worlds, from bustling metropolitan areas to rural villages, the book offers a nuanced understanding of the experiences of working women in various industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, fisheries, sericulture, plantation, and service sectors. Through primary data collection and a rigorous triangulation of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, it presents a multifaceted portrayal of the marginalities faced by Indian women, including those stemming from caste, class, ethnicity, religion, and gender. The chapters are grounded in robust empirical evidence, providing a rich tapestry of insights into the complex dynamics of Indian women's lives in the globalized political economy of the 21st century. Not only does the book address emerging issues, but it also offers evidence-based policy imperatives to address these challenges. As a vital resource for researchers, scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and students of women/gender studies, this book offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Indian women's economic contributions and the multifaceted barriers they face in achieving gender equality.

Weight: 462g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811699764
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022