Problems of Working Women in Karachi, Pakistanâ oeProblems of working women in Karachi is based on interviews survey conducted with working women as the subject. The domestic worker, and women working in offices and companies in the clerical and managerial positions are interviewed. The study showed that the women in general are victims of gender biased society, specially working women. The data is also based on clear graphs and charts showing the magnitude of gender inequality in terms of Labour Force Participation. This is the only book which gives the full information about the working women in Karachi. It explains the life style of Muslim women living in underdeveloped country who are trying to find their identity and fighting for their survival in male dominated society. It explains the living standards, their problems and hindrances they face while trying to make their way into the job market. This book is a must read for those who are interested to have an insight into the working women problems in a Muslim underdeveloped state. It is beneficial to students, researchers, surveyors and all who are interested to read and learn about this issue. The whole material is full of information explained in simple and easy to understand language with graphs, personal interviews and case studies. |
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... daughters later in life as they expect it from sons . Girls are usually viewed as a burden because of the associated ... daughters ' upbringing and training . Mothers teach their daughters household chores and have high expectations from ...
... daughters ' educational and career plans . Working mothers also tend to influence their daughters in that direction . Women who are very attached to their parents also marry late . Women are participating in rapidly growing numbers in ...
... daughters ' education . Most professions require a university education or at the least professional training ; parents are willing to invest their capital on their sons with the expectation that they will in turn become breadwinners ...