Civics
Mummy always says to outsiders: “I don’t work. I am a housewife.” But I see her working non-stop all the time. If what she does is not work, what else is work?
Gender, Religion, Caste
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Women work for more hours than men but mere household chores are not even considered as work in our society as it does not generate any income. This reflects the old, orthodox and patriarchal face of our society. Their work and efforts must be equally valued.
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