Gender Equality And Inequality In Rural India

Author : Carol Vlassoff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : India
ISBN : 1349477109

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As India strives to improve overall social and economic conditions and gender relations through policies such as the abolishment of dowry, increasing the legal age at marriage, and promoting educational opportunities for girls, serious challenges remain, especially in rural areas. Gender Equality and Inequality in Rural India focuses on the extent to which economic development has resulted in positive changes in women's empowerment and reproductive health, as well as in sex preference. Based on a study from a village in Maharashtra where impressive gains in economic development have occurred in recent decades, Carol Vlassoff examines the impact of son preference on fertility and rural women's economic empowerment and other aspects of reproductive behavior. She provides evidence of the added value of their employment beyond the traditional wage labor and domestic spheres, and argues that policies aimed at closing gender gaps in social inequalities must be complemented by policies fostering employment opportunities for women. While many studies have demonstrated the importance of social empowerment for improved reproductive health, this is the first to separate out the differential effects of social and economic factors. This work goes even further than economic arguments by demonstrating, on the basis of a robust statistical analysis, that women's education and their professional labor force participation contribute to better health and wellbeing of rural society, including through reductions in fertility, son preference, and infant and child mortality.

Author : C. Vlassoff
Publisher : Springer
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2013-12-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781137373922

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Gender Equality and Inequality in Rural India by C. Vlassoff Pdf

As India strives to improve overall social and economic conditions and gender relations through policies such as the abolishment of dowry, increasing the legal age at marriage, and promoting educational opportunities for girls, serious challenges remain, especially in rural areas. Gender Equality and Inequality in Rural India focuses on the extent to which economic development has resulted in positive changes in women's empowerment and reproductive health, as well as in sex preference. Based on a study from a village in Maharashtra where impressive gains in economic development have occurred in recent decades, Carol Vlassoff examines the impact of son preference on fertility and rural women's economic empowerment and other aspects of reproductive behavior. She provides evidence of the added value of their employment beyond the traditional wage labor and domestic spheres, and argues that policies aimed at closing gender gaps in social inequalities must be complemented by policies fostering employment opportunities for women. While many studies have demonstrated the importance of social empowerment for improved reproductive health, this is the first to separate out the differential effects of social and economic factors. This work goes even further than economic arguments by demonstrating, on the basis of a robust statistical analysis, that women's education and their professional labor force participation contribute to better health and wellbeing of rural society, including through reductions in fertility, son preference, and infant and child mortality.

Author : C. Vlassoff
Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-25
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 113746738X

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Gender Equality and Inequality in Rural India by C. Vlassoff Pdf

Gender Equality in Rural India focuses on son preference and the extent to which economic development has resulted in positive changes in women's empowerment and reproductive health.

Author : Khaleda Gani Dutt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9176493067

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Transforming the Lives of Women in Rural India by Khaleda Gani Dutt Pdf

Author : Narendar Pani
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-29
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000486339

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Dynamics of Difference by Narendar Pani Pdf

This original conceptualization provides insights into the role of inequality in the processes of change in rural India. It presents in-depth analyses and understanding of the nature and form of inequality, and its causes and consequences. The volume examines interpersonal, intergroup, and intrapersonal inequalities in the country’s rural transformation. Through research based on ethnographic, primary survey and secondary data methods, this multidimensional study discusses key themes such as normative and descriptive inequalities; class, caste and other identities; economic poverty; educational poverty; poverty in health; gendered poverty; inequality and power; the impact of migration; ethical issues and vulnerabilities; and suicidal consequences of inequality. It builds cohesive arguments, based on the development of several new indicators, to examine rural inequality. This book will be of interest to scholars and researchers of political economy, economics, development studies, development economics, sociology, public policy, political science, political sociology, and rural sociology.

Author : Chandrima Chakraborty,Dipyaman Pal
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2023-08-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781837531820

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Gender Inequality and its Implications on Education and Health by Chandrima Chakraborty,Dipyaman Pal Pdf

Raising awareness among stakeholders and institutions to recognise the importance of gender inequality throughout the world and its various implications – especially on education and health – Gender Inequality and its Implications on Education and Health provides strategies to achieve gender equality.

Author : Lynne Brydon
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Sex role
ISBN : 0813514711

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Women in the Third World by Lynne Brydon Pdf

Women in the Third World provides an up-to-date general account and review of research on the roles and status of women in contemporary Third World societies. The book focuses on four major themes of underdevelopment which have particular relevance for gender roles and relations: the household, production, reproduction and policy. These issues are illustrated with material from rural and urban areas in all parts of the Third World. The book summarizes significant ideas and findings. Lynne Brydon and Sylvia Chang have avoided a narrow focus on particular regions and countries to provide a synoptic overview. In addition to being a valuable source of reference for scholars interested in gender and development in the Third World, the book also attempts to pinpoint fundamental aspects of gender inequality which apply to women everywhere. The overriding conclusion of the book is that women's experiences of development are generally negative and that intervention is urgently required to prevent their positions relative to men's deteriorating still further.

Author : NMP Verma,Alpana Srivastava
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 427 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000096750

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The Routledge Handbook of Exclusion, Inequality and Stigma in India by NMP Verma,Alpana Srivastava Pdf

This handbook critically examines the three concepts of exclusion, inequality and stigma and their interrelationship in the Indian context. Divided into five parts, the volume deals with the issues of exclusion, inequality, gender discrimination, health and disability, and assault and violence. It discusses important topical themes such as caste and social exclusion in rural labour markets, impact of poverty and unemployment, discrimination in education and literacy, income inequality and financial inclusion, social security of street vendors, women social entrepreneurs, rural–urban digital divide, workplace inequality, women trafficking, acid attacks, inter-caste marriages, honour killings, health care and sanitation, discrimination faced by those with disabilities, and regional disparities in India. The book traces rising socio-economic inequality and discrimination along with the severe lack of access to resources and opportunities, redressal instruments, legal provisions and implementation challenges, while also looking at deep-rooted causes responsible for their persistence in society. With emphasis on affirmative action, systemic mechanisms, and the role of state and citizens in bridging gaps, the volume presents several policies and strategies for development. It combines wide-ranging empirical case studies backed by relevant theoretical frameworks to map out a new agenda for research on socio-economic inequality in India with important implications for public policy. Comprehensive and first of its kind, this handbook will serve as a key reference to scholars, researchers and teachers of exclusion and discrimination studies, social justice, political economy, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, development studies, education and public administration. It will also be useful to policymakers, bureaucrats, civil society activists, non-governmental organisations and social entrepreneurs in the development sector, in addition to those interested in third world studies, developing economies and the global south.

Author : Shobana Nelasco,Meenu Agrawal
Publisher : Kanishka Publishers
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Rural women
ISBN : 8184571518

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Empowerment of Rural Women in India by Shobana Nelasco,Meenu Agrawal Pdf

Author : Ramesh Chandra Mishra
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Sex role
ISBN : STANFORD:36105120954586

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Women in India by Ramesh Chandra Mishra Pdf

Author : Himanshu Sekhar Rout,Prasant Kumar Panda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015076124471

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Gender and Development in India by Himanshu Sekhar Rout,Prasant Kumar Panda Pdf

Ensuring gender parity has become a great challenge for the modern world. Gender equality forms part of the development strategies in many countries of the world, including India. When both men and women have equal access to services and resources, enjoy equal rights, and get equal opportunities to develop skills and capabilities, then the development of the country is viewed as balanced and rapidly advancing. Despite considerable efforts towards advocacy, the awareness of gender equality, and the launching of various programs for the welfare of women, gender discrimination in India remains pervasive in many dimensions of life. Gender gaps are widespread in respect of access to and control of resources, economic opportunities, and political voice. Women are still exploited, discriminated against, and subjected to harassment and violence. This highly topical book covers the various dimensions and strategies of gender development in India.

Author : N. Linga Murthy
Publisher : Serials Publications
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Sex discrimination against women
ISBN : 8183870848

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Towards Gender Equality by N. Linga Murthy Pdf

Economic Development Is Expected To Show A Positive Impact On Women S Control Over Resources And Their Participation In Decision-Making And This Has Initiated Great Interest In Empowerment Studies. Researchers, Policy Makers, Feminist Scholars, Activists, Administrators, Politicians, Bureaucrats, Sociologists, Economists, Anthropologists, Intellectuals, Non-Governmental Organisations (Ngos) And International Institutions, Such As The United Nations, Etc., Have Been Examining The Impact Of Development On The Status Of Women In General And Developing Countries In Particular. Many Of Them Are Inspired By Easter Boserup S Path Breaking Study On Women S Role In Economic Development Published In The Year 1970. Most Of The Studies Conducted By Them Address The Problems Of Gender Discrimination That Is Beset With The Process Of Development. In The Light Of This Backdrop, The Collection Of Essays In This Volume Made An Attempt To Examine The National Policies And Ideologies Which Often Declared Their Commitment Towards The Attainment Of Gender Equality. Though, This Book Does Not Seek To Offer A Definition Or Meaning Of Empowerment That Will Be Effective And Applicable Globally, It Speaks About The Approach To Moving Towards Gender Equality At The National And Regional Levels And Further This Volume Tries To Highlight The Different Implications Of Empowerment Of Women In The Specific Context Of Development And Social Change. This Volume Is Divided Into Five Sections. Section-I Deals With Women S Status, Section-Ii With Women S Education, Section-Iii With Women S Employment, Section-Iv With Women S Health And The Last And The Fifth Section Deals With Gender Equality. This Volume Is The Outcome Of The Two-Day National Seminar Conducted In The Department Of Economics Of Kakatiya University, Warangal, Andhra Pradesh.

Author : Andrew Morrison,Andrew R. Morrison
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 57 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Communities and Human Settlements
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Gender Equality, Poverty and Economic Growth by Andrew Morrison,Andrew R. Morrison Pdf

Abstract: This paper reviews empirical findings from economic analyses of the role of gender equality and women's empowerment in reducing poverty and stimulating growth. Going beyond the large literature documenting the impact of female education on a range of development outcomes, the paper presents evidence on the impact of women's access to markets (labor, land, and credit) and women's decision-making power within households on poverty reduction and productivity at the individual and household level. The paper also summarizes evidence from studies examining the relationship between gender equality and poverty reduction and growth at the macro level. Although micro level effects of gender equality on individual productivity and human development outcomes have been well documented and have important ramifications for aggregate economic performance, establishing an empirical relationship between gender equality and poverty reduction and growth at the macro level has proven to be more challenging. The paper concludes by identifying priority areas for future research.

Author : Anuradha Mathu
Publisher : Gyan Publishing House
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 8178356031

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Gender and Development in India by Anuradha Mathu Pdf

Gender and Development the Indian Scenario, is a book basically intended for the Under-Graduate and Post-Graduate students of the Course-Gender and Development. It indeed gives an immense pleasure to share that this can be a text-book for Under-graduate, to orient them with the areas: Gender-role, rearing, discrimination socialization agents " Policies and Programmes for gender Development " Women s Studies " Women Administrators " Reproductive Health Concerns " Women Enterpreneur and Enterpreneurship " Women and Violence and so on. This book also will be ready reference material for teachers at Under-graduate level.

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2018-05-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264300040

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Is the Last Mile the Longest? Economic Gains from Gender Equality in Nordic Countries by OECD Pdf

Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden have led the way for modern family and gender policy. This report shows that improvements in gender equality have contributed considerably to their economic growth.