The Economic Survey 2023-24 highlighted the systemic barriers that impede job opportunities for women. To sustain and enhance women’s participation in the workforce, it is essential to remove restrictions on women working in certain occupations. This responsibility lies with state governments. As women cite childcare responsibilities as a consideration in deciding on employment, childcare facilities and crèches will go a long way in female participation in the labour force. Additionally, policies should prioritise targeted skill development and support for emerging sectors while encouraging transitioning from traditional to non-traditional roles. Aligning skill development programmes with industry needs and adopting a long-term strategy focused on women and girls will prepare them for evolving job opportunities and help India effectively leverage its demographic dividend. Reshaping the labour market with an emphasis on women-led development is crucial for achieving gender parity and fostering inclusive economic growth.

Which of the following statements best reflect the most logical and rational inferences that can be made from the passage?
1. The Systemic barriers are primarily attitudinal, stemming from societal biases against women working outside the home.
2. Gender parity and inclusive economic growth in India is significantly dependent on women transitioning into emerging, non-traditional job roles, while men continue to dominate traditional sectors.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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The Economic Survey 2023-24 highlighted the systemic barriers that impede job opportunities for women. To sustain and enhance women&rsquo;s participation in the workforce, it is essential to remove restrictions on women working in certain occupations. This responsibility lies with state governments. As women cite childcare responsibilities as a consideration in deciding on employment, childcare facilities and cr&egrave;ches will go a long way in female participation in the labour force. Additionally, policies should prioritise targeted skill development and support for emerging sectors while encouraging transitioning from traditional to non-traditional roles. Aligning skill development programmes with industry needs and adopting a long-term strategy focused on women and girls will prepare them for evolving job opportunities and help India effectively leverage its demographic dividend. Reshaping the labour market with an emphasis on women-led development is crucial for achieving gender parity and fostering inclusive economic growth.

Which of the following statements best reflect the most logical and rational inferences that can be made from the passage?
1. The Systemic barriers are primarily attitudinal, stemming from societal biases against women working outside the home.
2. Gender parity and inclusive economic growth in India is significantly dependent on women transitioning into emerging, non-traditional job roles, while men continue to dominate traditional sectors.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Statement 1 is not correct: While attitudinal biases might exist, the passage specifically points to "restrictions on women working in certain occupations" (legal/policy), childcare responsibilities (support infrastructure), and the need for targeted skill development, indicating tangible systemic issues.

Statement 2 is not correct: While encouraging transition to non-traditional roles is mentioned, the passage doesn't suggest this is the only path or that men must remain dominant in traditional sectors for parity to be achieved.

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The Economic Survey 2023-24 highlighted the systemic barriers that impede job opportunities for women. To sustain and enhance women’s participation in the workforce, it is essential to remove restrictions on women working in certain occupations. This responsibility lies with state governments. As women cite childcare responsibilities as a consideration in deciding on employment, childcare facilities and crèches will go a long way in female participation in the labour force. Additionally, policies should prioritise targeted skill development and support for emerging sectors while encouraging transitioning from traditional to non-traditional roles. Aligning skill development programmes with industry needs and adopting a long-term strategy focused on women and girls will prepare them for evolving job opportunities and help India effectively leverage its demographic dividend. Reshaping the labour market with an emphasis on women-led development is crucial for achieving gender parity and fostering inclusive economic growth. Which of the following statements best reflect the most logical and rational inferences that can be made from the passage? 1. The Systemic barriers are primarily attitudinal, stemming from societal biases against women working outside the home. 2. Gender parity and inclusive economic growth in India is significantly dependent on women transitioning into emerging, non-traditional job roles, while men continue to dominate traditional sectors. Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2