International Journal of Research in Social Sciences
  • Year: 2014
  • Volume: 4
  • Issue: 4

Gender equity in Indian society and solution

  • Author:
  • Rakesh Kumar
  • Total Page Count: 17
  • Page Number: 520 to 536

Lect., Deptt OF History, G.S.S.S Dhanoor, Sirsa, Haryana

Online published on 12 February, 2015.

Abstract

Gender equality " means equality between men and women; the freedom to develop and make choices unhindered by gender stereotypes, roles and prejudices; that the different behaviours, aspirations and needs of women and men are considered, valued and favoured equally. It does not mean that women and men have to become the same, but that their rights, responsibilities and opportunities do not depend on whether they are born male or female. Gender equity in practicality refers to both male and female concerns, yet most of the gender bias is against women in the developing world. Gender discrimination in education has been very evident and underlying problem in many countries, especially in developing countries. Equity in education of women also reduces the possibilities of trafficking and exploitation of women Gender discrimination continues to be an enormous problem within Indian society. Traditional patriarchal norms have relegated women to secondary status within the household and workplace. This drastically affects women's health, financial status, education, and political involvement.

Keywords

Gender, Equity, Women. Discrimination, Workplace, Education