#family_and_marriage_in_India
#uniform_civil_code
The key changes for Hindus and Muslims in marriage, inheritance
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/uttarakhand-civil-code-the-key-changes-for-hindus-and-muslims-in-marriage-inheritance-9147624/
#uniform_civil_code
The key changes for Hindus and Muslims in marriage, inheritance
https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-law/uttarakhand-civil-code-the-key-changes-for-hindus-and-muslims-in-marriage-inheritance-9147624/
The Indian Express
Uttarakhand civil code: The key changes for Hindus and Muslims in marriage, inheritance
The UCC draws heavily from the Indian Succession Act, 1925, retaining a majority of the provisions.
#population_policy_and_family_planning_in_India
Population can’t be ignored. It has to be part of the policy solution to our world’s problems
https://www.downtoearth.org.in/blog/governance/population-can-t-be-ignored-it-has-to-be-part-of-the-policy-solution-to-our-world-s-problems-94341
Population can’t be ignored. It has to be part of the policy solution to our world’s problems
https://www.downtoearth.org.in/blog/governance/population-can-t-be-ignored-it-has-to-be-part-of-the-policy-solution-to-our-world-s-problems-94341
DownToEarth
Population can’t be ignored. It has to be part of the policy solution to our world’s problems
The longer we do nothing about population growth, the worse it gets
#uniform_civil_code
#Constitution_law_and_Social_change
Is a truly uniform civil code possible in India?
https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/is-a-truly-uniform-civil-code-possible-in-india-11707321216239.html
#Constitution_law_and_Social_change
Is a truly uniform civil code possible in India?
https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/is-a-truly-uniform-civil-code-possible-in-india-11707321216239.html
mint
Is a truly uniform civil code possible in India?
Uttarakhand’s UCC proposal does aim at gender justice in family matters, but falls short on uniformity. The worry is that its live-in rules intrude in conjugal relations, its prism is heteronormative and it bears too political an imprint.
#Caste_system_in_India
#social_thinkers
Caste Census is Critical But Not Synonymous with Social Justice: Sociologist Satish Deshpande
https://thewire.in/rights/caste-census-is-critical-but-not-synonymous-with-social-justice-sociologist-satish-deshpande
#social_thinkers
Caste Census is Critical But Not Synonymous with Social Justice: Sociologist Satish Deshpande
https://thewire.in/rights/caste-census-is-critical-but-not-synonymous-with-social-justice-sociologist-satish-deshpande
The Wire
Caste Census is Critical But Not Synonymous with Social Justice: Sociologist Satish Deshpande
Delivering a lecture in Bengaluru, the eminent sociologist raised critical questions about representation and treatment of minority castes, complexities of political mobilisation around caste identities, and the broader implications for social justice.
#migration
#unemployment
The story of migration of educated and skilled individuals from India
https://www.nationalheraldindia.com/governance/the-story-of-migration-of-educated-and-skilled-individuals-from-india
#unemployment
The story of migration of educated and skilled individuals from India
https://www.nationalheraldindia.com/governance/the-story-of-migration-of-educated-and-skilled-individuals-from-india
National Herald
The story of migration of educated and skilled individuals from India
Every time person of Indian origin becomes CEO of any company abroad or a successful politician, we proudly claim the greatness of India and Indians. However, the discussion on migration of talents also reappears
#gender_inequality
#gender_pay_gap
#Constitution_law_and_Social_change
A global alliance to bridge the gender equity gap
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-global-alliance-to-bridge-the-gender-equity-gap/article67838843.ece
#gender_pay_gap
#Constitution_law_and_Social_change
A global alliance to bridge the gender equity gap
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-global-alliance-to-bridge-the-gender-equity-gap/article67838843.ece
The Hindu
A global alliance to bridge the gender equity gap
The Alliance for Global Good – Gender Equity and Equality is poised to be a force to reckon with on all gender-related issues
#uniform_civil_code
#family_and_marriage
#gender_inequality
Why the Uniform Civil Code Falls Short in Advancing Gender Justice
https://thewire.in/rights/why-the-uniform-civil-code-falls-short-in-advancing-gender-justice
#family_and_marriage
#gender_inequality
Why the Uniform Civil Code Falls Short in Advancing Gender Justice
https://thewire.in/rights/why-the-uniform-civil-code-falls-short-in-advancing-gender-justice
The Wire
Why the Uniform Civil Code Falls Short in Advancing Gender Justice
Critics argue that while the UCC aims to standardise laws across different communities, it fails to address key issues such as women's rights to marital property, live-in relationships, and inheritance.
#gender_disadvantage
#Works_and_Economic_Life
Progress or distress? Women's participation of in workforce increases
https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/progress-or-distress-women-s-participation-of-in-workforce-increases-124021301261_1.html
#Works_and_Economic_Life
Progress or distress? Women's participation of in workforce increases
https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/progress-or-distress-women-s-participation-of-in-workforce-increases-124021301261_1.html
Business-Standard
Progress or distress? Women's participation in workforce increases
Female workforce participation: Government says the trend is a result of its welfare and easy credit programmes
#gender_inequality
#gender_pay
#Labour_and_society
A demand that could hamper gender equality
* Paid leave for menstruation may create awareness on the subject but could end up widening the gender gap
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-demand-that-could-hamper-gender-equality/article67845843.ece
#gender_pay
#Labour_and_society
A demand that could hamper gender equality
* Paid leave for menstruation may create awareness on the subject but could end up widening the gender gap
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/a-demand-that-could-hamper-gender-equality/article67845843.ece
The Hindu
A demand that could hamper gender equality
If the government ratifies ‘special status’ for menstruating women, it validates the social stigma around menstruation
#sexual_minorities
#stratification_and_mobility
#LGBTQ
#intersectional
Case Study: The intersectional discrimination faced by Kalbande
https://feminisminindia.com/2024/02/15/a-workplace-discrimination-nightmare-disabled-gay-obc-employee-not-paid-in-three-years-requests-passive-euthanasia/
#stratification_and_mobility
#LGBTQ
#intersectional
Case Study: The intersectional discrimination faced by Kalbande
https://feminisminindia.com/2024/02/15/a-workplace-discrimination-nightmare-disabled-gay-obc-employee-not-paid-in-three-years-requests-passive-euthanasia/
Feminism in India
A Workplace Discrimination Nightmare: Disabled, Gay, OBC Employee Not Paid In Three Years Requests Passive Euthanasia
Kumar Kalbande, a gay, disabled OBC government employee has requested passive euthanasia after facing workplace discrimination for years.
#gender_inequality
#Science_technology_and_social_change
#stratification_and_mobility
Gender disparity in Indian science
https://www.dailypioneer.com/2024/columnists/gender-disparity-in-indian-science.html
#Science_technology_and_social_change
#stratification_and_mobility
Gender disparity in Indian science
https://www.dailypioneer.com/2024/columnists/gender-disparity-in-indian-science.html
The Pioneer
Gender disparity in Indian science
Despite strides towards gender equality, female scientists continue to face challenges and barriers in India's scientific landscape Science has been dominated by the male gender since its origin. Even the image of a scientist is always depicted in the male…
#Labour_and_society
#gender_inequality
MGNREGA Led to Decline in Gender Wage Gap, Increased Compliance with Minimum Wage Norms: ILO
https://thewire.in/labour/mgnrega-led-to-decline-in-gender-wage-gap-increased-compliance-with-minimum-wage-norms-ilo
#gender_inequality
MGNREGA Led to Decline in Gender Wage Gap, Increased Compliance with Minimum Wage Norms: ILO
https://thewire.in/labour/mgnrega-led-to-decline-in-gender-wage-gap-increased-compliance-with-minimum-wage-norms-ilo
The Wire
MGNREGA Led to Decline in Gender Wage Gap, Increased Compliance with Minimum Wage Norms: ILO
The latest working paper by International Labour Organisation has also found that the gap in rural wages between formal salaried workers and casual workers has also decreased due to the employment guarantee scheme.
#culture_and_society
#population_policy_and_family_planning_in_India
#senior_citizen
Cultural travesty of abandoning the old
* They say old is gold, but it is certainly in the cold
https://www.newindianexpress.com/amp/story/opinions/columns/pc/2024/Feb/17/cultural-travesty-of-abandoning-the-old
#population_policy_and_family_planning_in_India
#senior_citizen
Cultural travesty of abandoning the old
* They say old is gold, but it is certainly in the cold
https://www.newindianexpress.com/amp/story/opinions/columns/pc/2024/Feb/17/cultural-travesty-of-abandoning-the-old
The New Indian Express
Cultural travesty of abandoning the old
They say old is gold, but it is certainly in the cold. A UN report recorded 149 million senior citizens living in India in 2022, a number predicted to more than
#Social_research
#social_theories
Positivism and Interpretivism in Social Research
https://revisesociology.com/2015/05/18/positivism-interpretivism-sociology/
#social_theories
Positivism and Interpretivism in Social Research
https://revisesociology.com/2015/05/18/positivism-interpretivism-sociology/
ReviseSociology - A level sociology revision - education, families, research methods, crime and deviance and more!
Positivism and Interpretivism in Social Research - ReviseSociology
Positivists believe society shapes the individual and use quantitative methods, Interpretivists believe individuals shape society and use qualitative methods.
#Works_and_Economic_Life
#gender_pay
How Skilling Can Bridge The Gap Between Women & Work
https://www.indiaspend.com/gendercheck/how-skilling-can-bridge-the-gap-between-women-work-895618
#gender_pay
How Skilling Can Bridge The Gap Between Women & Work
https://www.indiaspend.com/gendercheck/how-skilling-can-bridge-the-gap-between-women-work-895618
Indiaspend
How Skilling Can Bridge The Gap Between Women & Work
Despite several initiatives, there remains a considerable gender gap in the domain of vocational training, revealing a striking difference in skill acquisition between men and women
#population_policy_and_family_planning_in_India
#family_and_marriage_in_India
Educated women are having fewer children. It’s not good for India’s demographic dividend
https://theprint.in/opinion/educated-women-are-having-fewer-children-its-not-good-for-indias-demographic-dividend/1971404/
#family_and_marriage_in_India
Educated women are having fewer children. It’s not good for India’s demographic dividend
https://theprint.in/opinion/educated-women-are-having-fewer-children-its-not-good-for-indias-demographic-dividend/1971404/
ThePrint
Educated women are having fewer children. It’s not good for India’s demographic dividend
DINKs, Double Income No Kids, is a Western concept. Working couples are aspiring to live a more independent & luxurious life instead of having kids. But this can spell ruin for India's demography.
#Religion_in_modern_society_religion_and_science
Science, Spirituality And Religion
“Science without religion is lame and religion without science is blind”-Albert Einstein
https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2024/02/science-spirituality-and-religion/
Science, Spirituality And Religion
“Science without religion is lame and religion without science is blind”-Albert Einstein
https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2024/02/science-spirituality-and-religion/
Youth Ki Awaaz
Science, Spirituality And Religion
The relationship between science, spirituality, and religion is complex and multifaceted.
#Rural_and_agrarian_transformation_in_India
#Social_movements
Why farming is more important than IT to India's economy and why MSP reforms shouldn't wait
https://www.newindianexpress.com/web-only/2024/Feb/21/why-farming-is-more-important-than-it-to-indias-economy-and-why-msp-reforms-shouldnt-wait
#Social_movements
Why farming is more important than IT to India's economy and why MSP reforms shouldn't wait
https://www.newindianexpress.com/web-only/2024/Feb/21/why-farming-is-more-important-than-it-to-indias-economy-and-why-msp-reforms-shouldnt-wait
The New Indian Express
Why farming is more important than IT to India's economy and why MSP reforms shouldn't wait
As the farmers go on the warpath again, we looked in Part I of this series at how real their angst was. The degree of distress that a typical farming household
#child_marriage
#Stratification_and_mobility
Analysing India’s progress towards the elimination of child marriages
https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-insight/gender-equality/analysing-india-s-progress-towards-the-elimination-of-child-marriages-101708607785899.html
#Stratification_and_mobility
Analysing India’s progress towards the elimination of child marriages
https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-insight/gender-equality/analysing-india-s-progress-towards-the-elimination-of-child-marriages-101708607785899.html
Hindustan Times
Analysing India’s progress towards the elimination of child marriages
Authored by - Suhani Pandey, analyst, public policy and Sonakshi Chaudhry, manager, strategic partnerships & communications, The Quantum Hub (TQH).