Civics
Why are we discussing things like household work in this textbook on Political Science? Is this politics?
Answer
Political science is a branch of the social sciences that examines political activities, institutions, thought, and behavior. Therefore, studying the most basic institution i.e., a family or a household is important specially to understand gender inequality that prevails in our society. Discussing household work within political science helps shed light on societal inequalities and provides a broader perspective on political dynamics.
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