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The research aims to explore how paternity leave affects women’s career outcomes and broader gender equality in India.

March 13, 2026Open Access

The Missing Half of Parental Rights: Paternity Leave, Labour Market Penalties, And the Future of Gender Equality in India

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This analysis examines paternity leave's impact on gender equality in India, suggesting reform is essential for true workplace equality.

The research aims to explore how paternity leave affects women’s career outcomes and broader gender equality in India.
Comparative analysis of paternity leave systems in India and Sweden
Examination of legal frameworks and cultural attitudes towards childcare
Assessment of the effects of parental leave on women's labour market outcomes
Identified a significant motherhood penalty that can be mitigated through increased paternal involvement
Highlight a legislative gap in India's paternity leave policy compared to Sweden's system
Demonstrated the connection between unpaid domestic work and women's economic disadvantage

Anuka Satish (2026) studied this question.

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