If only earning work is respected in a family and care work is not, what is the problem?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Social value of care labour is undervalued
When only paid or earning work is respected, tasks such as caring for children, older persons and sick members, cooking, and managing the home are treated as less important. Thus, the social value of care labour is undervalued. Option C describes the opposite situation, in which all forms of work receive equal respect. Exam tip: mention that care work supports daily family needs and members' well-being.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Social value of care labour is undervalued
Why is this the correct answer?
When only paid or earning work is respected, tasks such as caring for children, older persons and sick members, cooking, and managing the home are treated as less important. Thus, the social value of care labour is undervalued. Option C describes the opposite situation, in which all forms of work receive equal respect. Exam tip: mention that care work supports daily family needs and members' well-being.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Work, Livelihood and Career. Topic: Work, age and gender.
