Globalization has empowered women in India, yet it has also deepened gender inequalities. In this light, examine the dual effects of globalization on women in Indian society.
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Topic: Urbanisation
Topic: Urbanisation
Q2. Globalization has empowered women in India, yet it has also deepened gender inequalities. In this light, examine the dual effects of globalization on women in Indian society. 15M
Difficulty level: Moderate
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Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2025 Secure timetable. Key Demand of the question: To examine how globalization has simultaneously empowered women in various aspects of life in India while also exacerbating certain gender inequalities. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Provide a brief overview of globalization and its impact on Indian society. Body: In first part, mention the Positive Effects of Globalization on Women’s Empowerment – Economic Empowerment, increased Educational Attainment, Exposure to global ideas promoting gender equality and women’s rights. Secondly, write the Negative Effects of Globalization on Gender Inequality – Gender wage gap and job insecurity, Reinforcement of traditional gender roles, Limited access to globalization’s benefits for women in rural areas. Next, suggest way forward. Conclusion: Emphasize the importance of inclusive and equitable development to ensure that globalization benefits all women in India, regardless of their socio-economic background.
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2025 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To examine how globalization has simultaneously empowered women in various aspects of life in India while also exacerbating certain gender inequalities.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Provide a brief overview of globalization and its impact on Indian society.
• In first part, mention the Positive Effects of Globalization on Women’s Empowerment – Economic Empowerment, increased Educational Attainment, Exposure to global ideas promoting gender equality and women’s rights.
• Secondly, write the Negative Effects of Globalization on Gender Inequality – Gender wage gap and job insecurity, Reinforcement of traditional gender roles, Limited access to globalization’s benefits for women in rural areas.
• Next, suggest way forward.
Conclusion:
Emphasize the importance of inclusive and equitable development to ensure that globalization benefits all women in India, regardless of their socio-economic background.