The Gender Gap In Manufacturing Industries: A Study Of Selected Industries In Neemrana, Rajasthan

In Neemrana, an industrial town located on the border of the Indian states of Haryana and Rajasthan, various companies from India and abroad have established their units and many newer industries are arriving gradually, creating fresh employment opportunities. But the glaring gender gap in the workforce in the companies and institutions located here is acting as a barrier to reaching the full potential of the region. This study identifies the reasons for and outcomes of the gender gap in manufacturing companies. We propose an instrument for reducing that gap which will help managers simply and efficiently assess their workplace in terms of its conduciveness for achieving gender parity.