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While the gig economy offers significant opportunities for women’s empowerment through flexible work arrangements, challenges like unsafe working conditions and the lack of social protections remain. Discuss the potential of the gig economy in empowering women and the policies needed to ensure it becomes a safe and sustainable space for women workers.

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Category: Economy (GS -III),

Test Date: 15 Nov 2024

Approach:

  • Introduction: Begin by defining the gig economy and its growing significance in today’s labor market (food delivery, ride-hailing, e-commerce, and freelancing)
    • Briefly mention how the gig economy presents an opportunity for women to enter the labor market, gain economic independence, and balance work with domestic responsibilities.
  • Potential of the Gig Economy for Women’s Empowerment: Flexibility and Accessibility; Economic Independence; Social Mobility
  • Challenges Faced by Women in the Gig Economy: Unsafe Working Conditions; Discriminatory Practices; Lack of Social Security and Benefits
  • Required Policies to Empower Women in the Gig Economy: Ensuring Safe Working Conditions; Promoting Work-Life Balance; Extending Social Security Benefits
  • Wrap up your answer

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