Keywords
Division of Labour
Hierarchy
Informal Sector
Livelihood
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Abstract
India’s economic sector is dominated by the unorganized sector. Though it has an unavoidable place in the economy, still this sector has been considered as the most vulnerable and unnoticed sector in the country. As observed, the brick kiln is becoming a hub of employment for many socially and economically backward and migrated men and women. Women pursue jobs in brick kilns since it is very easy to get entry in this sector. This sector offers a very easy source of income to the untrained and inexperienced women of our country. But the condition of women in brick kilns is the worst. This study analyses different factors among women workers for joining the brick kilns. This study examines the migration status, working conditions and the challenges faced by female workers in the kilns. The study concludes, the female workers continue to encounter a series of challenges including low wages, harmful working conditions, and lack of health and sanitation facilities etc. in the brick kilns.
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