Domestic workers, class-hegemony, and the Indian state: a sociological perspective on ideology

Sharma, Sonal

doi:10.1080/19472498.2022.2068481

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“…Additionally, by normalizing family support individuals escape the need to question institutional failures and gendered caregiving which put them within this patchwork system in the first place. Transferring unwanted domestic labor to invisibilized low‐wage and low‐caste domestic workers (women) (Sharma, 2022) also reduces the demand for universal work‐family policies and renders substantive changes in the workplace environment less necessary (Ballakrishnen, 2021). In short, low‐cost market solutions and the presence of family labor diminish the political pressure for public interventions to support working parents (Collins, 2019; Morgan, 2005).…”

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“…Domestic workers, usually hired informally, are also indispensable in housekeeping, such as cleaning and cooking (Ray & Qayum, 2009). Paid domestic labor is one of the major informal sector occupations employing 17–20% of women in urban areas (Sharma, 2022). The sector is growing due to economic and cultural forces, including nuclearization of middle‐class households that rely on cheap domestic labor for intensive childrearing and home‐cooked meals (Neetha & Palriwala, 2011).…”

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Support matters: How formal and informal institutions shape young Indians' work‐family preferences

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2023

J of Marriage and Family

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ObjectiveThis study examines the extent to which young people's future employment preferences in India are influenced concurrently by formal workplace policies and informal caregivers' support.BackgroundScholars have focused on how young individuals' work‐family ideals are shaped by workplace institutions to better understand the persistence of gender inequalities in the labor market. Yet the literature on work‐family policy examines primarily the effects of formal policies, overlooking the role of informal caregivers. Consequently, we know little about the relative influence of formal and informal support on young individuals' work‐family preferences and why one system may be preferred over another.MethodThe study used an original survey‐experimental data from an online sample of young, highly educated and unmarried respondents in India (N = 482) to assess their employment preferences when they have a family and a young child, while conditioning them to formal and informal work‐family support. Logistic regressions examined the relationship between different support types and respondents' employment preferences.ResultsWhen not conditioned to any support, most women preferred part‐time and most men preferred full‐time employment. Women were twice as likely to prefer full‐time employment with informal support compared to formal support, but men's preferences were not sensitive to either type of support.ConclusionThe effectiveness of work‐family policies in challenging gendered behaviors depends on the credibility of formal as opposed to informal institutions.

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Support matters: How formal and informal institutions shape young Indians' work‐family preferences

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2023

J of Marriage and Family

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“…It is essential to study the historical treaties and agreements that outlined Nepal's borders in order to understand the country's border conflicts. Nepal's territorial boundaries have been significantly shaped by the Sugauli Treaty of 1815 and subsequent border delineations, which have also shed light on the underlying causes of current conflicts (Sharma, 2008). (Acharya, 2016) Nepal has had border disputes with China and India in the past.…”

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The Significance of Nepal’s Geopolitical Location; Reality Checking

Adhikari

2024

Unity Jnl

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This research paper investigates Nepal's geostrategic importance by analyzing its role as a significant nexus in South Asia. In ancient times, Nepal occupied a crucial geostrategic position as it served as a pivotal crossroads connecting South Asia, Tibet, and China, facilitating the exchange of commodities, ideas, and culture. The central argument posits that Nepal's geographic location endows it with substantial strategic significance, both politically and economically, enabling it to influence regional dynamics. Employing a mixed methodology, the research delves into various facets of Nepal's geostrategic relevance through historical assessments, geopolitical analyses, and case studies of hydro-politic potentiality. The approach commences by examining Nepal's historical role as a buffer state amid regional powers, leading to a longstanding history of diplomatic struggles to safeguard its sovereignty. Furthermore, the paper explores how Nepal's geographical position shapes its security dynamics, particularly in the context of the escalating China-India rivalry in contemporary times, employing geopolitical frameworks to illuminate this aspect. To shed light on Nepal's involvement in facilitating global trade and connectivity, the methodology also includes case studies of infrastructure initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative and regional connectivity projects. In conclusion, the paper asserts that Nepal's geostrategic significance is a product of its historical development and proactive international relations, closely intertwined with its geographic positioning. It underscores Nepal's potential to serve as a conduit for regional cooperation and economic integration while emphasizing the need for astute navigation to preserve its independence in a challenging geopolitical landscape.

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English as the medium of instruction and mother-tongue-based translanguaging: Challenges and prospects for tertiary education in Bangladesh and China

Sultana,

Fang

2024

International Journal of Educational Development

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Domestic workers, class-hegemony, and the Indian state: a sociological perspective on ideology

Cited by 3 publications

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Support matters: How formal and informal institutions shape young Indians' work‐family preferences

Support matters: How formal and informal institutions shape young Indians' work‐family preferences

The Significance of Nepal’s Geopolitical Location; Reality Checking

English as the medium of instruction and mother-tongue-based translanguaging: Challenges and prospects for tertiary education in Bangladesh and China

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