If low participation of women workers is dismissed as a cultural issue what is the expert level gap?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Failure to examine structural barriers such as safety, childcare, wages and mobility
Treating culture as the only cause gives an incomplete analysis. Women’s participation in work can also be shaped by structural barriers such as safety concerns, access to childcare, wage inequality, safe transport and restricted mobility. Therefore, option A is correct. Options B, C and D are analytical steps that help examine the issue; they are not gaps. Exam tip: In gender-related questions, consider institutional and economic barriers along with cultural factors.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Failure to examine structural barriers such as safety, childcare, wages and mobility
Why is this the correct answer?
Treating culture as the only cause gives an incomplete analysis. Women’s participation in work can also be shaped by structural barriers such as safety concerns, access to childcare, wage inequality, safe transport and restricted mobility. Therefore, option A is correct. Options B, C and D are analytical steps that help examine the issue; they are not gaps. Exam tip: In gender-related questions, consider institutional and economic barriers along with cultural factors.
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.
