Towards Empowering Indian Women


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Tremendous Changes Have Been Recorded In The Nature And Intensity The Problems Now Being Encountered By Different Segments Of Women In Different Socio-Economy-Cultural Of The Country. A Paradigm Shift Is Therefore Needed In The Approach And Methodology Empowering Them. A Vital Per-Requisite To Do So Is To The Transformed Empowerment Tasks. However, This Is Lacking In Most Exercises Attempting Analysis, Identification Of The Areas Of Intervention, Planning And Designing Programmer, Organization Structures And Processes To Deliver The Intended Services And Inputs To Produce Desired Outcomes And Impacts. Viewed In This Backdrop, This Volume Is Outstanding Departure Form The Previous Studies. The Collection Of 26 Very Carefully Selected Studies Is First Serious Attempt To Begin Out Mapping Out The Specifics Of The Situation Analyses And Thereby Facilitating Diversified Solution Calibrated To Meet The Specific Requirement And Contextual Ties Of Women S Empowerment In India. In Dealing With The Contemporary Tasks Of Women S Empowerment, It Covers This Larger Task Space Under Five Major Sub-Themes. These Are: Masculinity And Violence On Women; Survival, Reproduction And Protection From Lethal Threats; Issues In Access, Choice And Substance In Education: Presence, Agency And Control In Traditional Economic Activities; And Space, Voice And Turbulence In The Newer Sectors Of Economy. This Very And Authentic Account Of Changed Contexts And Transformed Tasks Of Empowerment Of Indian Women In The Twenty First Century Will Certainly Interest Al Those Involved With Women S Issues And Particularly Those Wedded To More Effective Ways Of Empowering The Indian Women.




Women's Economic Empowerment


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This book investigates the barriers to women’s economic empowerment in the Global South. Drawing on evidence from a wide range of countries, the book outlines important lessons and practical solutions for promoting gender equality. Despite global progress in closing gender gaps in education and health, women’s economic empowerment has lagged behind, with little evidence that economic growth promotes gender equality. International Development Research Centre’s (IDRC) Growth and Economic Opportunities for Women (GrOW) programme was set up to provide policy lessons, insights, and concrete solutions that could lead to advances in gender equality, particularly on the role of institutions and macroeconomic growth, barriers to labour market access for women, and the impact of women’s care responsibilities. This book showcases rigorous and multi-disciplinary research emerging from this ground-breaking programme, covering topics such as the school-to-work transition, child marriage, unpaid domestic work and childcare, labour market segregation, and the power of social and cultural norms that prevent women from fully participating in better paid sectors of the economy. With a range of rich case studies from Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Kenya, Nepal, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and Uganda, this book is perfect for students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers working on women’s economic empowerment and gender equality in the Global South.




Handbook of Research on New Dimensions of Gender Mainstreaming and Women Empowerment


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Globally, women are facing social, economic, and cultural barriers impeding their autonomy and agency. Accelerated women empowerment programs often fail to attain their targets as envisaged by the policymakers due to a variety of reasons, with the most prominent being the deep-rooted cultural norms ingrained within society. In the era of globalization, empowerment of women demands new approaches and strategies that encourage the mainstreaming of gender equality as a societal norm. The Handbook of Research on New Dimensions of Gender Mainstreaming and Women Empowerment is a critical scholarly publication that examines global gender issues and new strategies for the promotion of women empowerment and gender mainstreaming in various spheres of women’s lives, including education and ICT, economic participation, health and sexuality, mental health, aging, law and judiciary, leadership, and decision making. It provides a comprehensive coverage of all major gender issues with novel ideas on gender mainstreaming being contributed by men and women authors from multidisciplinary backgrounds. Gender perspective and intersectional approach in the discourses make this handbook a unique contribution to the scholarship of social sciences and humanities. The book provides new theoretical inputs and practical directions to academicians, sociologists, social workers, psychologists, managers, lawyers, policy makers, and government officials in their efforts at gender mainstreaming. With a wide range of conceptual richness, this handbook is an excellent reference guide to students and researchers in programs pertaining to gender/women's studies, cultural studies, economics, sociology, social work, medicine, law, and management.




Women’s Education and Empowerment in Rural India


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This is a book about understanding women’s empowerment and pathways as well as roadblocks to women’s economic empowerment in rural India, as understood through an evaluation-based research of a state-funded social sector programme located in the education department – Mahila Samakhya (MS) – in Bihar, one of the socially and educationally most underdeveloped Indian states. The book presents findings of the three-year research that adopted a mixed-methods approach and evaluated the impact of MS on various facets of empowerment of women coming from the most marginalized communities. The study, therefore, tries to go beyond evaluating the MS programme and uses the research findings and insights to raise certain critical issues pertaining to social policy planning and implementation, especially in the context of women’s education and empowerment. Please note: Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka




Empowering Indian Women


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I do not stand for women’s liberation as a solution to all the ills affecting women but, definitely, women should be accorded a fully human status and their feelings, thoughts, and attitudes should be reciprocated with human sympathy and dignity. Women empowerment is not all about ambitious women with vanity attached to them but women born and brought up with the right mental frame and attitude to carry on their life with prestige and a good. Nowhere would | have reached and achieved even the slightest success without such good people in my life as family members. Whatever little | have achieved today is their making.




Where Women are Leaders


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On the activities of Self Employed Women's Association, Ahmedabad, India.




Toward Empowerment


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Analyzing Indian women's groups as one sector of a complex of new grass-roots, non-party political movements, Dr. Caiman considers why and how a women's movement evolved in India when it did. She describes the nature, origins, and meanings of the movement for Indian women and discusses the movement's significance for Indian politics in general as w




Sustainability of a Government Targeted Credit Program


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World Bank Technical Paper No. 304. Reviews the status and availability in developing countries of photovoltaic (PV) technology and looks at the prospects for using this technology in light of current energy use and costs of other energy sources. The report provides the necessary background information and highlights the questions raised and the calculations that must be made whenever PV applications are being considered in the developing world




EMPOWERING INDIAN WOMEN (MAMTA MEHROTRA)-(PB)


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do not stand for women’s liberation as a solution to all the ills affecting women but, definitely, women should be accorded a fully human status and their feelings, thoughts, and attitudes should be reciprocated with human sympathy and dignity. Women empowerment is not all about ambitious women with vanity attached to them but women born and brought up with the right mental frame and attitude to carry on their life with prestige and a good. Nowhere would | have reached and achieved even the slightest success without such good people in my life as family members. Whatever little | have achieved today is their making.




Empowering Indian Women (Prabhat Prakashan)


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Embark on a transformative journey of empowerment and inspiration with "Empowering Indian Women" by Vivasvan Shastri and Yesha Bhatt, a groundbreaking exploration of the achievements, challenges, and aspirations of women in India. Join Shastri and Bhatt as they celebrate the resilience, ingenuity, and contributions of Indian women across all walks of life. Step into the lives of Indian women from diverse backgrounds, regions, and professions as Shastri and Bhatt shine a spotlight on their stories of triumph and resilience. From grassroots activists fighting for social justice to pioneering entrepreneurs breaking barriers in the business world, this book showcases the indomitable spirit and boundless potential of Indian women. Throughout "Empowering Indian Women," readers will encounter a wealth of inspiring anecdotes, insightful interviews, and thought-provoking commentary that shed light on the unique challenges and opportunities facing women in India today. From gender inequality and discrimination to economic empowerment and political participation, Shastri and Bhatt offer a comprehensive analysis of the factors shaping the lives of Indian women and the strategies for overcoming them. The overall tone and mood of "Empowering Indian Women" are one of hope, optimism, and empowerment, as Shastri and Bhatt celebrate the progress made by Indian women while acknowledging the work that remains to be done. With its blend of personal narratives, statistical analysis, and policy recommendations, this book serves as a rallying cry for gender equality and social justice in India. While critical reception may vary, one thing remains clear: "Empowering Indian Women" has been hailed as a timely and important contribution to the ongoing conversation about gender equality and women's empowerment in India. With its compelling stories and insightful analysis, this book offers a valuable resource for scholars, activists, policymakers, and anyone interested in advancing the rights and opportunities of women in India. As you delve into the pages of "Empowering Indian Women" by Vivasvan Shastri and Yesha Bhatt, you'll find yourself inspired by the resilience, courage, and determination of Indian women who are breaking barriers and reshaping society. Whether you're a feminist activist, a social entrepreneur, or simply someone who believes in the power of women to change the world, this book offers a powerful reminder of the transformative potential of gender equality. Don't miss your chance to join the movement for gender equality and women's empowerment in India. Let "Empowering Indian Women" be your guide to understanding the challenges and opportunities facing Indian women today and finding inspiration in their stories of courage, resilience, and hope.