The status of women revisited: the case of Nepal

Abstract

This article offers a new perspective on assessing the status of women. It focuses on female endangerment and inequality among women as new dimensions of development and change. The article examines concepts of gender inequality and empowerment offered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The case of Nepal is discussed becasue of its serious neglect and deprivation of women. It is argued that while gender gaps matter, disparities among women are equally important constraining the country’s prospects of growth. The study presents a comparative analysis with other South Asian nations.

Citation

Hosni, D. and Lundberg, C. (2005), "The status of women revisited: the case of Nepal", Equal Opportunities International, Vol. 24 No. 3/4, pp. 73-85. https://doi.org/10.1108/02610150510788088