Gender Pay Gap
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While India is noted for its structural transformation story, asymmetries affect the labour market- not a surprise given the country’s size and diversity. Following the outbreak of the pandemic, these disparities have worsened. In this context, Third International Equal Pay Day observed on September 18th 2022, to create awareness about the importance of gender parity in pay, takes on a special significance.
How wide is the gender pay gap in India?
- According to the World Economic Forum’s gender parity rankings, India stands at the 135th spot out of 146 countries. This is just 11 ranks ahead of Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, where women aren’t allowed to even attend schools. This is worrying given how India ranked at the 87th spot just 6 years ago (2016).
- The WEF
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