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Gender and Economics

Gender and Economics

Author(s): Amitha Geethu Soman
Language: English
Format: Single-Component Retail Product (Book)
Year of Publication: 2026
Publisher Name: NPA Publishing (National Press Associates)
ISBN 978-93-7343-012-6
Price Paperback: ₹800.00

About the Book

Gender is not just a social identity; it is a powerful determinant of access to resources, participation in the labour market, ownership of assets, decision making, and overall well-being. This reality has led to the field of Gender Economics, which aims to understand how economic systems affect people differently based on gender and how equitable policies can promote inclusive and sustainable development. The goal of this book is to provide readers with an understandable, approachable, and useful introduction to the ideas, theories, and applications of gender economics. By looking at topics including gender disparity in education, health, employment, earnings, entrepreneurship, political engagement, unpaid care work, poverty, and financial resource access, it investigates the relationship between economics and gender. The significance of gender-responsive legislation, gender budgeting, and the role of national and international organisations in advancing gender equality are all highlighted.

Authors

Amitha Geethu Soman

Amitha Geethu Soman

Amitha Geethu Soman is an Assistant Professor of Economics at Kristu Jyothi College of Management and Technology, Changanacherry, Kerala. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Economics at Mahatma Gandhi (MG) University, Kottayam, and has qualified the UGC-NET, demonstrating her strong academic foundation and commitment to excellence in higher education. With five years of teaching experience, she has been actively engaged in nurturing students and contributing to the field of economics through quality teaching and research. She has published numerous research articles in reputed national and international journals and has presented scholarly papers at various national and international conferences. Her academic interests encompass contemporary economic issues, research, and policy-oriented studies, reflecting her dedication to advancing knowledge and promoting academic excellence.

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