Book Details

• Author: Sumita Sarkar (Editor)

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2020

• ISBN: 9788131611500

• Pages: 344

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches

About the Book

Gender Inequality and Discrimination in India: Discourse and Dilemmas is a compelling academic volume that examines the complex and pervasive nature of gender disparities entrenched within India's socio-cultural, economic, and political fabric. Drawing upon feminist perspectives, the book explores how punitive patriarchy, rather than dissolving discriminatory norms, continues to marginalize women under the guise of tradition and social values. It provides fact-based insights into the lived experiences of Indian women, illustrating their exclusion from larger developmental and decision-making processes.

This edited collection of essays is organized into six rich thematic sections: Gender and Development, Gender and Health, Gender Inequality and Labour Force in India, Gender and Violence, Gender and Education, and Gender Identity and Media Projection. Contributions from seasoned scholars and researchers cover critical issues ranging from women's health, labor conditions, and education to media representation and violence against marginalized groups like women with disabilities and Adivasi women.

The editor, Dr. Sumita Sarkar, brings together nuanced discourses with empirical research to highlight gender exclusion and offer pathways for equitable development. Dr. Sarkar, with a robust academic background including a Ph.D. from TISS and a postdoctoral fellowship at LSE, combines global exposure with deep-rooted local analysis. Her scholarly expertise and international experience shape this volume into a vital resource for students, researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners seeking to understand and address gender-based injustices in contemporary India.

This book is not just a theoretical exploration but also offers practical relevance by suggesting how gender awareness can be integrated into organizational, institutional, and developmental frameworks to drive systemic change.