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Gender Inequality in India

Gender inequality in India persists across various domains, including education, employment, healthcare, political representation, and safety, despite constitutional protections. Historical and cultural factors contribute to a patriarchal system that disadvantages women, leading to significant disparities and challenges. Addressing this issue requires comprehensive strategies involving government initiatives, societal changes, and active stakeholder engagement to promote equity.

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Gender Inequality in India

Gender inequality in India persists across various domains, including education, employment, healthcare, political representation, and safety, despite constitutional protections. Historical and cultural factors contribute to a patriarchal system that disadvantages women, leading to significant disparities and challenges. Addressing this issue requires comprehensive strategies involving government initiatives, societal changes, and active stakeholder engagement to promote equity.

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Gender Inequality in India

An Overview
Introduction
• Gender inequality refers to the unequal
treatment or perceptions of individuals based
on their gender. In India, it manifests in
various social, economic, and political aspects
of life, despite constitutional safeguards.
Historical Context
• Gender roles in India have been shaped by
historical, cultural, and religious practices. The
patriarchal system has traditionally favored
men over women in various spheres of life.
Key Areas of Gender Inequality
• 1. Education
• 2. Employment and Pay Gap
• 3. Healthcare
• 4. Political Representation
• 5. Violence and Safety
Education
• - Disparities in literacy rates between men and
women.
• - Limited access to education for girls in rural
areas.
• - Dropout rates due to societal pressures.
Employment and Wage Gap
• - Women face challenges in accessing formal
employment opportunities.
• - Significant wage disparity between men and
women.
• - Underrepresentation in leadership roles.
Healthcare
• - Limited access to quality healthcare for
women.
• - High maternal mortality rates in rural areas.
• - Socio-cultural norms affecting women's
health-seeking behaviors.
Political Representation
• - Low representation of women in legislative
bodies.
• - Challenges in achieving gender parity in
politics.
• - The role of reservation policies.
Violence and Safety
• - High prevalence of domestic violence.
• - Rising incidents of sexual harassment and
assault.
• - Safety concerns affecting women's mobility.
Government Initiatives
• - Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
• - Women Reservation Bill
• - Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
• - National Mission for Empowerment of
Women
Role of Society
• - Promoting gender sensitization.
• - Encouraging equal opportunities for girls and
boys.
• - Challenging societal stereotypes and norms.
Challenges Ahead
• - Deeply ingrained societal norms.
• - Balancing economic growth with gender
parity.
• - Overcoming resistance to policy changes.
Conclusion
• Addressing gender inequality in India requires
a multi-faceted approach involving
government policies, societal changes, and
active participation from all stakeholders to
create a more equitable society.
Thank You
• Questions and Discussions

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