TO STUDY GENDER INEQUALITIES IN DIFFERENT AREAS OF SOCIETY

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 grounds of sex are commonly witnessed, admitted and even justified in India. Despite the policy measures to overcome gender discrimination, gender inequalities within the family, higher education and at work place still exist. 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. The present paper proposes to examine the nature and extent of gender inequality within the family, higher education and work place. The main objectives of the study are to analyze the power dimensions of women in family and work place and to examine their participation in decision-making process. The study considers the gender inequality that exists among every religion and social class prevents the growth of Indian education systems. The reality of gender inequality of higher education 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. An attempt has been made to find out those factors which are responsible for this problem in Indian education systems. So, this paper highlights the multi-dimensional context of gender inequalities prevalent in Indian society. Overall, the study indicates the inequality in economic, social, educational aspects in the Indian society. The researchers have tried to suggest some relevant strategies and policies implication for reducing this gender inequality and to promote the dignified position for Indian women.