TITLE:
Gender Stereotypes: Analyzing Household Chores and Workplace Perceptions among Middle-Aged and Young Adults in India
AUTHORS:
Reenu Singh
KEYWORDS:
Gender Stereotypes, Household Chores, Division of Labor, Gender Role, Workplace Perception
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Social Sciences,
Vol.13 No.4,
April
23,
2025
ABSTRACT: This study investigates the prevalence of gender stereotypes in household chores and their influence on perceived intellect in the workplace among middle-aged population in Indian metrocities. The purpose was to understand how factors such as gender, education, cultural exposure, and religiousness shape the division of labor at home and contribute to workplace perceptions of competence. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 54 participants to assess the relationships between time spent on chores, gender roles, and other socio-cultural variables. Findings reveal a significant negative correlation between gender and time spent on housework, with women reporting greater involvement in household tasks. Education and age were positively correlated with both time spent on chores and collaboration in household tasks. Cultural exposure and religiousness showed weaker associations, while gender stereotypes in the immediate family had minimal impact. Gender stereotypes remain pervasive in domestic labor as well as in workplace landscape, suggesting a need for ongoing societal efforts to promote more equitable household dynamics. Women may be able to take on touring assignments and late hour jobs with family support and a healthy, safe environment at home and work-sites.