India, which assumed presidency of G20 this year, has stated that it will prioritise inclusive growth and development, with women empowerment and representation at the forefront of its G20 discussions. This indeed is a desirable objective, given the large gender inequalities that exist in several G20 member countries, especially in India, which also gets reflected in its overall human development …
As we recover from the economic consequences of Covid-19 with the hope of building back better, one of the most pressing needs is to ensure a better life for India’s women. Supporting the hypothesis that it is improvement in potential earning power that matters, the NFHS data for rural Bihar also report a steady improvement in women’s role in household …
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