₹40,000) in urban areas. By an estimate of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, reducing discrimination in social institutions could lead to an annual average increase of 0.03-0.6 percentage points in the world GDP growth rate by 2030.
To end all gender discrimination (SDG-5), we need a multi-pronged approach. We should adopt gender-sensitive policies, increase women’s representation in leadership positions at financial institutions and in labour markets, redistribute unpaid care work through affordable and reliable childcare services, raise investment in the human capital of women and revamp the education system and curriculum to make them gender-neutral and inclusive."Exciting news! Mint is now on WhatsApp Channels
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