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Marriage and motherhood: Rethinking women’s employment in rural contexts
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Marriage and motherhood: Rethinking women’s employment in rural contexts
While “child penalties” for women in the labour market are well-documented in high- and middle-income countries, how the events of marriage and childbirth play out for women in largely informal economies is relatively understudied. Analysing data from rural Rajasthan and Karnataka, this article finds that married women continue to work following the birth of their first child – a marker of necessity-driven participation in low-paying informal jobs.
Why India’s fintech boom needs to address gender diversity at the top
Indian fintech has expanded rapidly over the past decade, with further growth and job creation expected in the coming years. While there is an increasing number of women-led startups in the sector, greater gender inclusivity can enhance innovation, market reach, and sustainability. Based on their study, Singhal et al. highlight the presence of gender bias, structural barriers, and investor skepticism, and how the right policies can make a difference.
Do judges favour defendants like themselves? Evidence from Indian courts
Around the world, research has shown that people in positions of power tend to favour those who share their social identity. To examine whether the same is true in Indian courts, this article analyses over five million criminal cases from the period 2010-2018. In contrast to the patterns documented in other countries, it finds no in-group bias in acquittal decisions based on shared religion, gender, or caste.
How MNREGA reduced women’s labour force participation
By guaranteeing 100 workdays annually per household in rural India, MNREGA seeks to enhance economic security and alleviate poverty. This article shows that while the programme has successfully achieved these goals, it has inadvertently reduced rural women’s labour force participation and consequently their well-being and household bargaining power. This is because it has reduced the need for women to serve as additional workers in times of male income instability.
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