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What is the result of the division of labor based on gender as described in the text?
What is the result of the division of labor based on gender as described in the text?
Which areas mention the involvement of women in paid work outside their domestic labor?
Which areas mention the involvement of women in paid work outside their domestic labor?
What did feminist movements aim for, as mentioned in the text?
What did feminist movements aim for, as mentioned in the text?
Who are feminists, according to the text?
Who are feminists, according to the text?
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What improvements have been observed in women's lives as mentioned in the text?
What improvements have been observed in women's lives as mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
Division of Labor and Gender
- Historically, a gender-based division of labor existed, where women were responsible for domestic labor and men for paid work outside the home.
Women's Involvement in Paid Work
- Areas where women are involved in paid work outside their domestic labor include:
- Agriculture
- Industry
- Service sector
Feminist Movements
- Feminist movements aimed to challenge the traditional gender-based division of labor and promote gender equality.
Who are Feminists?
- Feminists are individuals who advocate for gender equality and challenge traditional gender roles and stereotypes.
Improvements in Women's Lives
- Improvements observed in women's lives include:
- Increased participation in paid work outside the home
- Greater autonomy and independence
- Improved access to education and economic opportunities
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Test your knowledge on gender, religion and caste with these comprehensive notes by Shobhit Nirwan. Explore topics such as sexual/gender division of labor and women's roles in different societal settings.
