Gender Inequality in Indian Society

Abstract

Gender inequality refers to unequal treatment or perception of individuals  based on their sex. It reflects and manifests in numerous dimensions of our life. Gender inequality and resultant discrimination in varying degrees on the ground of sex are commonly witnessed, admitted and even justified in India. The reality of gender inequality in India is very complex and diversified, because it exists in every field like education, employment opportunities, income, health, cultural issues, social issues, economic issues etc. Most of the forms of discrimination against women have their roots in patriarchal system and its values. Women are dominated over by their male members in their own family. They have little power in making decisions. Education is a key tool in bringing socio – economic empowerment among women, which brings citizenry consciousness among women on their rights and duties. It promotes social, political, economical and cultural advancement of women. Educated women have proved to be no less than men in all fields.