Gender Inequality
Definition
Gender inequality refers to unequal treatment or perceptions of individuals based on their gender. It arises from differences in socially constructed gender roles.
Related terms
Gender Bias: Prejudice or discrimination based on a person's sex or gender.
Sexism: Discrimination based on gender, especially discrimination against women.
Patriarchy: A social system in which males hold primary power.
"Gender Inequality" appears in:
Subjects (2)
AP Comparative Government
AP European History
Study guides (1)
AP Human Geography - 7.3 Measures of Development
Practice Questions (13)
Why might gender inequality be a barrier to economic development in certain regions?
Which societal factor has the greatest influence on reducing gender inequality?
In what way does gender inequality significantly impact population growth?
How could we best reduce gender inequality issues related to childbearing expectations in traditional societies?
How does gender inequality affect population growth?
What strategy could best alleviate gender inequality due to deeply ingrained cultural norms in less developed regions?
How does gender inequality affect agricultural productivity?
How does gender inequality affect agricultural production?
Why does reducing gender inequality positively affect economic development?
What concept refers to a measure of each country's gender inequality?
In what way does gender inequality impede economic development?
Why does gender inequality persist despite international efforts towards women's empowerment?
What intervention would most effectively address gender inequality in income levels?
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