If a woman is stopped from speaking in a meeting what does it weaken?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Participation and voice in decision-making
Preventing a woman from speaking limits her opportunity to express views and take part in decision-making. Therefore, it weakens participation and voice in decision-making. Mere attendance at a meeting is not meaningful participation unless a person can contribute opinions. Exam tip: link ‘voice’ at the workplace with equal participation, rights, and empowerment.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Participation and voice in decision-making
Why is this the correct answer?
Preventing a woman from speaking limits her opportunity to express views and take part in decision-making. Therefore, it weakens participation and voice in decision-making. Mere attendance at a meeting is not meaningful participation unless a person can contribute opinions. Exam tip: link ‘voice’ at the workplace with equal participation, rights, and empowerment.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Work, Livelihood and Career. Topic: Gender issues related to work.
