Economics

Measuring the occupational segregation of males and females in Pakistan in a multigroup context

M. Z. Khan, R. Said, et al.

This research delves into the intricate dynamics of occupational segregation between male and female workers in Pakistan from 2013 to 2018. Surprisingly, it reveals that despite lesser participation, female segregation plays a significant role in overall gender inequality within the workforce. Conducted by Muhammad Zaheer Khan, Rusmawati Said, Nur Syazwani Mazlan, and Norashidah Mohamed Nor, this intriguing study explores how higher education, rather than reducing, may not alleviate segregation. Compensating differentials and the devaluation theories provide partial explanations for this pattern.

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Abstract

This study measures occupational segregation of male and female workers in Pakistan (2013-18) using the labor force survey. The local segregation method reveals that female segregation significantly contributes to overall gender segregation, despite their lower labor force participation. Occupational segregation is higher among elderly workers of both genders. Higher education doesn't reduce segregation. Compensating differentials and devaluation theories partially explain gender segregation in Pakistan.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jan 03, 2023

Authors

Muhammad Zaheer Khan, Rusmawati Said, Nur Syazwani Mazlan, Norashidah Mohamed Nor

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