Lesson – 7 GENDER EQUALITY
Objectives 1.To understand gender differences in
society.
2. To explain the
difference between gender differences and gender equality.
3. Make respect for
women a part of behaviour while raising awareness about gender equality.
Gender equality means men and women should
be considered equal on the basis of gender and gender should not be used as a
basis when determining disparities for any personal or public purpose. This
thinking still needs to be inculcated in our society. Under the guidance of the
teacher, the students will do a thematic work to assess their current opinion
in this regard.
Activity-1
The following statements
provide information about opportunities and rights to work according to the
gender of a person. Put a tick (√) against the
statement which according to you is the most appropriate (as per 1-4 marks).
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Statement |
Completely
Disagree-1 |
Partially
Disagree-2 |
Partially
Disagree-3 |
Completely
Disagree-4 |
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Birth
of a boy is more important than a girl. |
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2. |
Only
a boy can serve his parents. |
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Appearance
of a girl is more important than that of a boy. |
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4. |
It
is the duty of only a woman to take care of the kids. |
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5. |
Boys
perform better than girls in Maths and Science. |
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6. |
Boys
obtain higher education than girls. |
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7. |
Girls
are less capable than boys in martial arts, rugby and football. |
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8. |
Men
are more capable than women to become the owner of land and property. |
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9. |
Men
are more reliable than women in returning borrowed money. |
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10. |
If
lady teachers get long leave, then male teachers should not regret. |
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11. |
As
compared to girls, money spent on boys for education is more beneficial. |
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12. |
These
days, men and women receive same kind of education and get equal pay. |
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13. |
As
the women are getting more and more rights, men are losing their status in
the society. |
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14. |
Women
cannot do household chores and look after their family simultaneously. |
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15. |
Men
have more responsibility than women. |
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When you have answered all the
questions given above, then add all the numbers and go through the table given
below according to the total points you obtain.
Points |
Suggestions |
46-60 points Your answers are mostly the same as
are considered acceptable in the society. You are satisfied with whatsoever
way, men and women are doing their work in the current situation even if it
means that women or girls have to go through frustrating situations like
discrimination and wrong policies. You are not yet thinking that our society
needs a change in the context of gender rights and duties. |
Basic information about the
principles of gender equality can help you to think about gender equality and
appropriate practice. |
31-45 points You have mixed emotions regarding
the changes that can bring about gender equality. You are not sure what sort
of difference, gender equality will bring about on the traditional roles such
as the status and position of men. |
You have valuable information about
gender equality, but there are still areas that are upsetting you. Try to
find out more about this thing, so that it may help to improve the level of
your family life and the society as a whole. |
16-30 points You have a good knowledge of gender
issues and you know that women and girls should have equal access in every
field and situation like that of boys and men. You support gender equality
but there are some traditional gender initiatives and roles that you don't
like to change. |
You already have knowledge about
the basic and advanced level of gender equality but you find it difficult to
accept some concepts regarding gender. In such a situation, you must try to
gather more information about proper knowledge of gender equality and share
your ideas. |
0-15 points You are the champion of gender
equality and women's rights. You believe that gender discrimination is not
justified and the concept about this is preventing girls and women to move
ahead. You are aware of the fact that whenever women and girls get all the
rights, then victory is won. |
Your awareness of gender equality
is enhanced. You can consider yourself the champion of the rights of women
and girls. Your number is suggesting that you have much potential and you are
prepared to put into practice the knowledge of gender equality. You can share
your thoughts about gender equality with your family and friends. |
Activity
2: Activities to arouse
awareness about gender diversity
Read the given list and
find out which words, according to you, are for boys and which are for girls.
1. Dancing
2. To save someone
3. Teaching
4. Cooking
5. Pink colour
6. Doctor
7. Nurse
8. Car
9. Scientist
10. Blue colour
11. Cleaning and
dusting
12. Lawyer
13. Engineer
14. Bright
15. Mathematician
Once
you have completed this procedure, ask yourself the following questions:
1. What made you give that
answer?
2. Where do you think is
this thought coming from?
3. Is it true that some
things are only for boys and some are only for girls?
Activity-3
Have a look at Circle of
Equality No: 1 first and then fill Circle of Equality No.2:
Circle
of Equality
Circle of Equality-1
Disputes over property
will be less in the society.
Men will feel less
burdened.
Both the children (boys
and girls) will have more equal and secure future.
Women will be more
secure during the time of crisis.
If women get equal
right to property, then…………..
Circle
of Equality
Circle of Equality-2
In our society, women are not
considered equal to men at many places and imbalances are made the basis of
working life. The purpose of this lesson is to dispel such thinking from the
minds of students.
PREVENTION OF SEXUAL ABUSE
Objectives 1. To create awareness about gender-based
misconduct.
2. To know the
historical aspects of gender inequality.
3. Students to be the
leaders against gender misconduct.
We have a long historical background
of gender discrimination which has been witnessed in the form of "Sati
Pratha', 'Parda Pratha', 'Polygamy' and 'Denial to widow re-marriage'. Its latest
form is being witnessed in the form of female foeticide and honour killings.
Such misconduct is a blur on the face of our society.
Activity-1
First of all, under the guidance of
the teacher, all the students will raise their standard of thinking by giving
their reactions on some statements regarding gender discrimination. The
students will use one of the options given within bracket to show their
reaction to each of the following statements (Fully Agree, Partially Agree,
Partially Disagree and Fully Disagree):
Statements:
(1) Boys and girls are
equal in the society.
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(2) Girls can also do
public works like the boys.
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(3) Boys and girls
should get equal rights.
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(4) Boys and girls
should have equal duties towards the society.
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(5) Boys and girls should enjoy equal status
in all aspects.
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Activity
2: Drama Narrative
Surjeet had been very happy since
morning. It was her marriage anniversary today. Greetings were coming from all
around. She had received many calls from her husband living abroad. This week,
he had given her pleasant surprise by sending her expensive gifts. Surjeet had
been recalling the moments that she had spent with her husband and family again
and again. She had been thinking if her husband would have been with her. She
could have spent the day with greater joy. Suddenly, she realized that she
could share this joy with her two kids. She planned to go for a picnic at the
nearby picnic spot. Her kids had been desiring to do so for almost a week. She
reached there with both her kids in the afternoon. On reaching there, the happiness
of the kids knew no bounds. They were chit-chatting happily.
Palak: Wow! What a beautiful place!
Deepu: We would enjoy a lot, Didi.
Surjeet: Don't get so excited, Palak.
Palak: with depressed heart) Okay, Mom!
Surjeet: (to Deepu) Do you like this place?
Deepu: Yes, Mom. I like it very much. What a beautiful scene! What a pleasant
weather!
Surjeet: Lets's have water balls first.
Palak: Oh, yes Mom! It will be great fun! (Surjeet looks at Palak angrily and
Palak goes silent).
Surjeet: (to Deepu) Which one will you have- semolina or flour?
Palak: (Shouts at once.) Semolina! Semolina!
Surjeet: (Scolding her.) Who has asked you? Why do you start talking nonsense?
Deepu: (Irritated) Why do you do so with Palak again and again. You are getting cross
with her without any reason.
Surjeet: You are very wise! She is a girl. She must know her limits. Girls
speaking in this manner don't look nice.
Deepu: Mom, what is the difference between boys and girls? What is it that boys
can do and girls can't. Our teacher has told us that Gurbani also teaches- 'Why
to speak ill of her who has given birth to the Kings
Surjeet: You don't teach your lessons to me.
(Two women were sitting nearby and
overhearing them for a long time. One of them speaks.)
Woman: Dear sister, your son is right. Now the time has changed. The daughters
have touched great heights. You must have heard the names of Amrita Pritam,
Kiran Bedi and Gurmeet Bawa. These women have set noble paths in life.
Surjeet: (Realising her mistake.) Oh, yes! Whatever you are saying is very true.
(Taking Palak in her arms, pats her
and says :) Today's party is dedicated to Palak.
(Happiness is visible on the faces of
Palak and Deepu)
Worksheet
The
following questions will be answered after mutual interactions and discussion
in the groups on the basis of the above Drama Narrative:
Q.1. What would you
have done if you had been in the place of the central character, Surjeet?
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Q.2. What answer you
have given to Surjeet, if you had been in the place of Deepu?
Ans……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Q.3. What was the
difference in Surjeet's behaviour towards Deepu and Palak?
Ans……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Q.4. How did Surjeet's
behaviour change?
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Q.5. Which of the
characters of the Drama Narrative did you find the closest to you and why?
Ans……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Q.6. Some pictures are
given below. With the help of your teacher, write the names of the given
personalities and also write the field in which they are distinguished.