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Despite comprising 42% of agricultural labor, what percentage of land do women own in India?

AA. 9%

BB. 14%

CC. 21%

DD. 42%

Answer:

A. A. 9%

Read Explanation:

  • Women are central to the growth and development of a society and a nation and instrumental in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

  • It is estimated that India can increase its 2025 GDP, by 16 percent and 60 percent by enabling women to participate in the economy on par with men.

  • Over the past two decades India has witnessed a significant improvement in women and girls' lives, including decline in fertility rates, rise in educational attainment, and increased opportunities due to high economic growth.

  • Unpaid care duties remain a significant barrier with women, on average, spending 352 minutes per day on unpaid work.

  • Moreover, women comprise only 14% of all landowners in India.

  • Women comprise 42% of agricultural labour but own 9% of land.

  • Mobile and internet access by women remains poor with only 21% women using mobile internet, preventing them from accessing financial services, education and jobs.


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