Voices On South Asia: Interdisciplinary Perspectives On Women's Status, Challenges And Futures

by Emma J Flatt, Vani Swarupa Murali, Silvia Tieri

Overview

This book investigates the contemporary social, political and economic issues faced by women in South Asia. It focuses on the policies and practices that have challenged or perpetuated gender inequalities, and the evolving role of women in South Asian societies. With contributions from practitioners, policy makers, academics and civil society activists from across South Asia, this volume provides a broad and diverse range of viewpoints on South Asian women's labour force participation, political participation, education, and health, as well as country-specific insights.The volume is conceived as a stage for debate where specific insights act as a window into wider themes, practices and policies. Each essay is followed by policy-relevant recommendations and suggestions for avenues to improve current practice. This book will be relevant for undergraduate students and lecturers of South Asian studies, development, and policy studies, as well as industry practitioners.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789811213250
Publisher:	World Scientific Publishing Company, Incorporated
Publication date:	08/04/2020
Pages:	492
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 1.06(d)