Compared to women, more men are found working in India. It has been observed that for every 100 urban females, only about 15 works. In rural areas, for every 100 rural women, only about 25 work. Why are women not working? What values are affected by it?
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The participation rate of women in the employment market, for both, rural and urban areas, is quite low. Some of the reasons for such a low rate are given below:
- India is typically a male dominated country. Because of this, females are accorded secondary status and parents do not take steps to educate them.
- Even if they are educated, the social beliefs and set-up discourages them to work. The value of 'gender-equity' is affected.
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