Political participation of women: The case of women councilors in Kerala, India
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Women throughout the world have remained out of politics for a long time, and in India, although women make up around half of the total electorate, their representation in Lok Sabha has been inadequate. The State of Kerala is known for its socioeconomic, demographic and developmental features, and a large number of women exercise their franchise in elections. However there is a low proportion of women in the State Legislative Assembly. Attempts are being made however, by those newly elected women councilors, to undertake their political role effectively.
Publication Name: Journal of Third World Studies
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 8755-3449
Year: 2000
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Child labour in Kerala: the work and working ambience in the capital city
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A survey of child laborers in Kerala, India, revealed that most of them are school dropouts, 13 to 14 years old and come from the backward classes. More than 60% work for 8 to 12 hours everyday and many are physically abused. Incidence of child labor in Kerala continue to rise despite having one of the best enrolment ratios in the country. The high number of working children in Kerala is mainly due to the lack of legislation to curb child labor.
Publication Name: Journal of Third World Studies
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 8755-3449
Year: 1998
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Doing business in India
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Works dealing with the experience of businessmen in India are examined in detail.
Publication Name: Journal of Third World Studies
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 8755-3449
Year: 2000
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