In which situation is a woman worker receiving unequal workload?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Requiring a woman in the same post to perform additional emotional-support and organising tasks without recognition or extra pay
A is correct. If a woman in the same post is expected to provide extra emotional support, coordination or organising work without formal recognition or payment, she has an unequal workload. Such work is often called invisible labour. In B, employees in the same role receive equal work, so it does not show inequality. Exam tip: Look for additional unrecognised duties when identifying unequal workload.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Requiring a woman in the same post to perform additional emotional-support and organising tasks without recognition or extra pay
Why is this the correct answer?
A is correct. If a woman in the same post is expected to provide extra emotional support, coordination or organising work without formal recognition or payment, she has an unequal workload. Such work is often called invisible labour. In B, employees in the same role receive equal work, so it does not show inequality. Exam tip: Look for additional unrecognised duties when identifying unequal workload.
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.
