Question

discuss the consequences of gender inequality and gender based marginalization by offering some practical examples, which are the direct manifestations of the stated issues.

Answer 1

Gender inequality and gender based marginalization can have a wide range of consequences, both for individuals and for society as a whole. Practical examples of the direct manifestations of these issues include:

1. Women and girls are more likely to experience poverty, as they are often paid less than men for the same work, and are more likely to be in part-time or low-paid jobs.

2. Women and girls are more likely to experience violence, both in the home and in public spaces.

3. Women and girls are more likely to be denied access to education, health care, and other basic services.

4. Women and girls are more likely to be denied the right to make decisions about their own lives, including decisions about marriage, reproduction, and employment.

5. Women and girls are more likely to be excluded from political and economic decision-making processes.

6. Women and girls are more likely to be subjected to discrimination and harassment in the workplace.

7. Women and girls are more likely to be denied access to credit and other financial services.

8. Women and girls are more likely to be denied access to land and other forms of property.

9. Women and girls are more likely to be denied access to justice and legal protection.

10. Women and girls are more likely to be denied access to cultural and religious spaces.