Question

What is a significant barrier for women in India regarding unpaid work?

• A. A. Lack of access to education
• B. B. Limited mobile internet usage
• C. C. Spending an average of 352 minutes per day on unpaid duties
• D. D. Low representation in agriculture

Answer 1

Answer:

C. C. Spending an average of 352 minutes per day on unpaid duties

• 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.