{"product_id":"women-in-the-civil-services-gender-and-workplace-identities-in-india-9781032024172","title":"Women in the Civil Services: Gender and Workplace Identities in India","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores the personal and professional lives of women in the Indian Civil Services and analyzes the dynamics of gender and workplace identities for women in government. It addresses pertinent issues like work-family balance, workforce diversity, equal employment opportunity, and sexual harassment at the workplace. It helps to identify major obstacles that hinder the participation of women in decision-making and uncovers the bottlenecks that impede womens advancement in the civil services. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 170 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 June 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive book delves into the intricate tapestry of the personal and professional lives of women who have embarked on a remarkable journey within the esteemed Indian Civil Services. Through a meticulous analysis of the dynamics of gender and workplace identities, it sheds light on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by these remarkable individuals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrawing upon firsthand interviews with women civil servants across diverse levels and ages, the book weaves a captivating narrative that unveils the realities of their work conditions, the extent of authority they wield, and their profound self-perceptions in the context of their roles as mothers, wives, colleagues, politicians, and members of the public. It addresses pressing issues such as work-life balance, workforce diversity, equal employment opportunities, and the pervasive issue of sexual harassment in the workplace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy undertaking this research, the author seeks to answer critical questions such as whether women in public administration possess distinct perspectives and employ different leadership styles, prioritize different issues, approach problems differently, make decisions with distinct approaches, and actively represent their gender. The book serves as a valuable tool in identifying the primary barriers that hinder women's participation in decision-making processes and unveiling the systemic constraints that impede their advancement within the civil services, particularly in policymaking positions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn essential and timely study, this book holds immense value for scholars and researchers in the fields of gender studies, public administration, management, and leadership studies. Moreover, it will be of great interest to organizations dedicated to promoting equal opportunity and affirmative action within public institutions. Through its insightful narratives and rigorous analysis, this book contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities and complexities of gender roles in the workplace and offers valuable insights into the transformative potential of diversity and inclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 540g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032024172\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TrijitaGonsalves","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44105144467706,"sku":"9781032024172","price":147.56,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1659694329961_book.jpg?v=1659792366","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/women-in-the-civil-services-gender-and-workplace-identities-in-india-9781032024172","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}