Question 20Answer in 250 wordsGS1GS1

How does patriarchy differently impact the dynamics of the workplace vis a vis the household? (Answer in 250 words) 15 marks

Introduction

Patriarchy defined by Socio-legal Sylvia Walby is a system where men oppress and dominate women. Patriarchy can be private - at household and in workplace - public patriarchy

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Differing dimensions of patriarchy at workplace vis-a-vis in the household include: (1) Decision making - (A) private - oriented to family, to give time to the family (B) public - based on masculine standards Women have to work twice as hard to prove their worth in workplace (Forbes)

(B) Appreciation at home - not appreciated as it is considered their charms to finish chores. At work - any promotion in office is seen as "quid pro quo" for being "good" with the boss. (3) Division of labour at home - highly gendered. At work - perform as equals, but will baggages attached. (4) Stereotype pure pursuit, but different in nature - at home - "dont give her the car, she wont be able to drive". At work - "dont include her as project head, will prioritize family over work."

5Flexibility in workplace home - enjoy in household office - access work of office gets done. (6) Differential treatment home - source of discrimination office - glass ceiling, glass cliff and glass escalator. (7) Access to resources home - last one to get resources office. Thus, the dynamics of differential treatment at office and work are different, but both ruin in general DOL being reinforced

— Medha Anand · AIR 13

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Thus, the dynamics of differential treatment at office and work are different, but both ruin in general DOL being reinforced

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Clear definition of patriarchy by Sylvia Walby
Distinction between private and public patriarchy
Forbes reference for women workplace inequity
Systematic comparison of household vs workplace

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Role of Women and Women's Organization

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Patriarchy in Workplace and Household

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